Ukraine energy chief says infrastructure attacks will shape war’s outcome
Ukraine's energy chief warns of a new Russian strategy targeting infrastructure as winter approaches
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Source diversity sample: Українські Національні Новини (УНН) · Benzinga · pravda.com.ua · S&P Global · ukranews.com.
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The story so far
Ukraine's energy chief has warned that Russia will target the country's water system this winter. This shift in strategy follows Russia's failure to achieve its military objectives. Coverage from pravda.com.ua and ukranews.com both cite Shmyhal, Ukraine's prime minister, as the source of this warning.
The S&P Global interview with Naftogaz acting CEO focuses on Ukraine's preparations for winter gas supply. The exact nature of the anticipated attacks and Ukraine's defensive measures are not yet specified. The change in Russian strategy is a surprise.
The focus on water systems is a departure from previous attacks on energy infrastructure. The extent of Ukraine's preparedness and the specifics of Russia's planned attacks are not detailed in the coverage. The potential impact on civilian populations and Ukraine's ability to withstand these attacks are also unknown.
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Who reported it (5)
- Ukraine needs 400 million euros for gas imports before winter Українські Національні Новини (УНН) · 1d ago
- Putin Wants Ukraine to 'Break From Exhaustion' This Winter, Energy Chief Shmyhal Warns— And He's Coming A Benzinga · 1d ago
- Russia will try to target Ukraine's water system pravda.com.ua · 1d ago
- INTERVIEW: Wartime experience bolsters Ukraine's winter gas prep, says Naftogaz acting CEO S&P Global · 1d ago
- Shmyhal says that russia changed its goal and trying to destroy water supply in Ukraine ukranews.com · 1d ago
The obvious questions
What is the new Russian strategy in Ukraine?
Russia is reportedly shifting its focus to targeting Ukraine's water system this winter.
Who is warning about this new strategy?
Ukraine's prime minister, Denys Shmyhal, has issued the warning.
How is Ukraine preparing for this threat?
Ukraine is bolstering its winter gas preparations, according to Naftogaz acting CEO.
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