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Ukraine: Russian Strike Damages Critical Energy Infrastructure in Kharkiv

Published January 16, 2026, 07:05
Ukraine: Russian Strike Damages Critical Energy Infrastructure in Kharkiv

Russia has launched a new attack on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, damaging critical energy infrastructure. This attack has resulted in millions of Ukrainians being plunged into darkness and cold, as authorities struggle to restore damage. Meanwhile, Russian attacks continue in Kyiv, with new strikes reported last night. The Ukrainian government is taking measures to address power and heating outages, while Norway has already pledged $200 million to strengthen the energy sector. Power, heating, and water outages have worsened due to the cold wave sweeping the country. The situation is critical, as Ukrainian armed forces are on the defensive while Russia continues its advance on the fronts.