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Ukraine Struggles with Power Outages Amid Harsh Winter

2/5/2026

Summary

Story summary

International partners provided more than 145 MW of backup energy equipment to Ukraine this week to bolster energy resilience after Russian strikes on thermal infrastructure.
In Kyiv, over 1,110 residential buildings lack heating for a third day due to the strikes on thermal infrastructure.
Russian forces launched a drone attack on Kyiv, injuring at least one person, as temperatures dropped to -25°C and power outages persisted across multiple regions.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk visited Kyiv to discuss support, emphasizing that Ukraine cannot be left alone during this crisis.

History

Historical Context

The Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022 disrupted energy infrastructure, leading to severe power outages and prompting the European Union to allocate €18 billion for Ukraine's energy resilience. Historically, Ukraine's energy system, built during Soviet times, has struggled with reliance on Russian gas. The ongoing conflict underscores the critical need for global cooperation in energy security, especially as winter temperatures drop to -25°C.

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Story summary

International partners provided more than 145 MW of backup energy equipment to Ukraine this week to bolster energy resilience after Russian strikes on thermal infrastructure.
In Kyiv, over 1,110 residential buildings lack heating for a third day due to the strikes on thermal infrastructure.
Russian forces launched a drone attack on Kyiv, injuring at least one person, as temperatures dropped to -25°C and power outages persisted across multiple regions.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk visited Kyiv to discuss support, emphasizing that Ukraine cannot be left alone during this crisis.

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