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Ukraine hit by blackouts after Russian strikes despite announced 'energy ceasefire'
Overview
Power plants and energy infrastructure in Ukraine have been struck by Russia, causing blackouts in cities like Izyum and Kharkiv. The attacks occurred hours after US President Donald Trump announced that Ukraine and Russia had agreed to an immediate energy ceasefire. While Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky supported the idea of a truce, he stated that Russia continued its attacks. Several European officials expressed skepticism over whether Moscow would adhere to the ceasefire.
Key points
- Power plants and energy infrastructure in Ukraine were hit by Russian strikes on Sunday evening, causing blackouts in places such as Izyum and Kharkiv.
- US President Donald Trump announced that Ukraine and Russia had agreed to an energy ceasefire effective immediately, though he provided no details.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine was ready to halt strikes on Russian energy, but accused Russia of continuing attacks after Trump's announcement.
- Energy and railway infrastructure in the Zhytomyr region was also targeted by overnight Russian attacks.
- European officials, including EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and Estonia's foreign minister, expressed caution and doubt regarding whether Russia would stick to the ceasefire.