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800 Kyiv Homes Still Without Heat After Russian Attacks

1/14/2026

Summary

Klitschko Urges Evacuations

As of January 12, 2025, about 800 Kyiv residential buildings remain without heating after Russian attacks on critical infrastructure.
The count fell from about 6,000 following the major assault on January 9, 2025.
Vital? Klitschko, Kyiv's mayor, has urged residents to temporarily leave the city to ease resource pressure.
Emergency services are deploying generators and heating tents to aid residents while authorities restore power amid ongoing attacks.

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Kyiv Residents Seek Warmth

Kyiv residents rely on 'Invincibility Trains' for warmth amid ongoing power outages during a harsh winter.
These trains provide a refuge for families like Alina and her son Taras, who face extreme cold and lack basic utilities.
Eleven-year-old Stanislav seeks warmth and fears Russian drone attacks, reflecting on the war's impact on his childhood.
Locals express resilience and plan to return to the train for comfort.

History

Historical Context

Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine began on February 24, 2022, marking the largest conflict in Europe since World War II. By early 2025, the war had caused significant destruction, with approximately 800 residential buildings in Kyiv lacking heating, down from 6,000 after a major assault. This ongoing conflict has led to a humanitarian crisis, displacing millions and necessitating international support for recovery efforts.

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Klitschko Urges Evacuations

As of January 12, 2025, about 800 Kyiv residential buildings remain without heating after Russian attacks on critical infrastructure.
The count fell from about 6,000 following the major assault on January 9, 2025.
Vital? Klitschko, Kyiv's mayor, has urged residents to temporarily leave the city to ease resource pressure.
Emergency services are deploying generators and heating tents to aid residents while authorities restore power amid ongoing attacks.

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