Russian strike on Zhytomyr energy facility worsens Kyiv power supply

svoboda.org (Russian) —

Russia struck an energy infrastructure facility in Zhytomyr region, regional governor Vitaliy Bunechko reported, with repair crews assessing damage and restoration needs. Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko said the attack worsened the capital's energy supply and reduced water pressure, with Kyivvodokanal switching to generators where possible. Russia systematically targets Ukrainian energy infrastructure, causing daily blackouts and water cuts ahead of winter. President Zelensky said intelligence indicates Russia is preparing new strikes on energy, Dnipro bridges, and civilian infrastructure, while Ukraine continues operations against Russian oil refining.


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