'Imagine if just one dam is hit': Russian-Ukrainian energy war heats up
Residents in Ukraine facing dire conditions as Russian attacks damage infrastructure and President Zelenskyy pleads for Western military aid.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Olena Rozumovska, a resident of Kharkiv, Ukraine, is facing dire conditions after Russian drones and missiles damaged her apartment building, cutting off electricity and water supply. Her distress is shared by many Ukrainians as the recent attacks targeted critical energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized delays in Western military aid and warned of the urgent need for support. The attacks have escalated tensions, with fears of further conflict as Russia positions for a potential summer offensive. The recent strikes, including on a key dam, threaten to exacerbate an already critical situation in Ukraine.