Russia besieges Kyiv's energy infrastructure as Trump calls for an energy ceasefire
Throughout the day, journalists from the Kyiv Independent heard explosions in both downtown Kyiv and further out.
On October 11, Ukraine's capital city of Kyiv experienced renewed strain on its electricity and water grids, as Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure continued. Mayor Vitalii Klitschko warned of damage to a high-voltage power line and reduced water pressure, despite claims from Ukrainian officials that they had no information about an energy ceasefire announced by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Throughout the day, explosions were heard throughout downtown Kyiv and other parts of the city. The Ukrainian energy company DTEK reported short power outages in various areas of Kyiv. Trump had attempted to blame President Volodymyr Zelensky for the ongoing war by urging him to stop attacking Russian oil refineries, following a deal with Moscow to import diesel.
However, Zelensky remained firm, stating that the attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure would only cease once Moscow stopped targeting Ukrainian energy facilities.
The attacks on Kyiv had already plunged the city into near-total darkness on October 8, and there were expectations that Ukrainians would need to prepare for more disruptions over the winter months.
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