Ukrainian intelligence: Russia preparing widespread winter strikes on energy infrastructure
Ukrainian intelligence data indicates Russia is planning extensive attacks on Ukraine's energy facilities this coming winter, Ukraine's Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal has said.
Ukraine's Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal has stated that, according to intelligence data, Russia is preparing widespread attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure during the upcoming winter.
The minister shared this assessment citing intelligence findings directly, though no further details about the scale, specific targets, or timing of the anticipated strikes have been made public.
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Energy infrastructure in Ukraine has been one of Russia's primary targets during previous winter seasons, causing power and heating disruptions for residents. This year's statement suggests Ukrainian authorities expect similar or intensified pressure during the upcoming heating season as well.
The official position voiced by the energy minister indicates that state authorities are monitoring intelligence information in order to prepare in advance for possible attacks and to reduce the consequences for the population and the economy.
It is not yet known what specific countermeasures Ukraine plans to take to protect its energy facilities, but warnings of this kind have in recent years regularly been used to mobilize both state institutions and international partners for additional support in defending the energy sector.
