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Russia targeted Ukrainian gas infrastructure in attack on 15 January, Ukraine's PM says

Wednesday, 15 January 2025, 13:37
Russia targeted Ukrainian gas infrastructure in attack on 15 January, Ukraine's PM says
Denys Shmyhal, Prime Minister of Ukraine. Photo: Getty Images

Russia carried out a massive attack against Ukraine's energy sector on 15 January. The Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal said it targeted the gas infrastructure in particular.

Source: Denys Shmyhal on Telegram

Quote: "The enemy targeted the gas infrastructure and facilities that ensure normal life for people."

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Details: He stated that "the Russian scenario has failed once again" thanks to the work of Ukraine's air defence forces, as the power system is now stable.

Background:

  • On the night of 14-15 January, Russia launched a combined air attack on Ukraine's infrastructure and energy sector, firing 117 missiles and drones, and the Ukrainian air defence system destroyed 77 of them.
  • Ukraine's Minister of Energy Herman Halushchenko reported that the transmission system operator imposed preventive power supply restrictions due to the Russian missile attack.

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