Ukraine war: A million without power
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Russian missiles hit energy infrastructure of Ukraine on 22 March, leaving a million people without electricity. Kharkiv is among the worst affected, with more than 53,000 households in Odesa also impacted. This is reported by BBC.
Ukraine's energy minister accuses Russia of attempting to cause a widespread failure of the energy system in retaliation for Ukrainian attacks on Russian territory.
President Zelensky calls for increased military aid from Western allies following the latest wave of attacks, which include 90 missiles and 60 drones launched into Ukraine.
Russia claims revenge for Ukrainian attacks on its territory. Attacks on Ukraine's energy grid have been ongoing since 2022, with previous strikes leaving millions without power for extended periods. The head of the Ukrainian grid operator describes Thursday's attacks as unprecedented in scale, with Kharkiv particularly targeted.
President Zelensky calls for increased military aid from Western allies following the latest wave of attacks, which include 90 missiles and 60 drones launched into Ukraine.
Russia claims revenge for Ukrainian attacks on its territory. Attacks on Ukraine's energy grid have been ongoing since 2022, with previous strikes leaving millions without power for extended periods. The head of the Ukrainian grid operator describes Thursday's attacks as unprecedented in scale, with Kharkiv particularly targeted.
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