Russia could also be making ready new assaults on Ukraine's power infrastructure earlier than and after Orthodox Easter, celebrated on April 20, President Volodymyr Zelensky mentioned on April 17, citing data from Ukrainian intelligence.
Regardless of fears and Russian assaults, Ukraine managed to undergo the winter with out blackouts and protect the facility system, Zelensky mentioned, praising the power staff.
Russia and Ukraine introduced a partial ceasefire on strikes towards power amenities following technical consultations with the U.S. in Riyadh on March 25. Since then, Moscow has violated the ceasefire greater than 30 occasions, Overseas Ministry Spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi mentioned on April 16.
"We all know what Russia is making ready for. Now, forward of Easter, and after it, new Russian assaults are potential," Zelensky mentioned. "We’ll proceed to defend our nation, our power sector."
All through 2024, Russia launched 13 mass assaults with drones and missiles on Ukraine's power infrastructure, Vitality Minister Herman Halushchenko mentioned. Ukraine was pressured to introduce emergency blackouts throughout the nation.
Ukraine agreed to a U.S. proposal for a full 30-day ceasefire throughout talks in Jeddah on March 11, offered Russia abides by the situations. Moscow has rejected the deal until it consists of situations undermining Ukraine's defenses, specifically a full halt on overseas navy help.
Russia continues repeatedly concentrating on Ukrainian cities and villages with drones, missiles, glide bombs, and artillery, leading to heavy civilian casualties.
The Kyiv IndependentNina L. Khrushcheva