Ukraine braces for intensifying Russian strikes on energy infrastructure ahead of winter
A Russian drone hit a Kyiv school where more than 100 children and staff were present, but all had taken shelter and no one was hurt. Strikes also damaged the capital's power infrastructure, forcing the first power cuts in parts of Kyiv since spring.
Russia is continuing intensified strikes on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, raising concerns ahead of the coming winter. Among the latest attacks was a drone strike that hit a school building where more than 100 children and teachers were present at the time.
No casualties
Fortunately, everyone inside the school had already taken shelter, so no one was injured in the strike. Still, the incident highlights the risks Kyiv residents face daily as they respond to repeated air raid alerts.
Damage to power infrastructure
The most serious damage from this wave of strikes hit the city's energy supply system. Because of the damaged infrastructure, parts of Kyiv had to introduce power cuts last night for the first time since spring. This suggests Russia is already targeting energy facilities ahead of winter, echoing tactics used in previous years to weaken Ukraine's ability to supply electricity to residents during the cold months.
The situation raises concerns that Russian strikes on energy infrastructure could become more frequent and intense in the coming weeks and months, particularly as winter approaches, when access to electricity and heating becomes critical for the population.
