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Russia's Attacks Devastate Ukraine's Energy, Businesses Struggle

2/18/2026

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Russian forces intensified attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, killing three workers and leaving many without power and heat.
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the strikes across 12 regions, calling them a calculated effort to damage Ukraine's energy sector.
Electrician Leonid Kulytskyi faces overwhelming demands, often working long hours under harsh conditions.
The energy crisis has severely impacted small businesses, with many struggling amid power outages and rising electricity costs.

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Russian forces intensified attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, killing three workers and leaving many without power and heat.
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the strikes across 12 regions, calling them a calculated effort to damage Ukraine's energy sector.
Electrician Leonid Kulytskyi faces overwhelming demands, often working long hours under harsh conditions.
The energy crisis has severely impacted small businesses, with many struggling amid power outages and rising electricity costs.