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Ukraine already preparing for “worst-case scenario” winter siege, says UK
Ukraine already preparing for “worst-case scenario” winter siege, says UK
Ukraine is already stockpiling fuel ahead of another challenging winter under siege from Russia, the UK’s Ministry of Defence said on Thursday. The ministry said in its intelligence report that “despite the consistent pressures of war, Ukrainian efforts to build up fuel stockpiles will likely be successful in ensuring that it will have sufficient fuel reserves during the approaching winter period.” It also noted that “Ukraine has been effective in mobilising its mining sector to maintain output, ensuring a continuous supply of coal is available for thermal power and heating plants in the winter, with substantial gas stocks providing a further reserve”. “Despite Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure likely continuing this winter, Ukraine demonstrated last winter that it has the skilled workforce and expertise needed to operate and maintain the power network, even in wartime conditions,” it further noted in the defence intelligence report. Even as British analysts acknowledged the likelihood of Russia resuming attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in winter, they highlighted the country’s ability to sustain its power network in the face of wartime challenges, the Kyiv Independent reported. In the winter of 2022-2023, Russian forces attempted to severely damage Ukraine’s power network through extensive attacks. Despite this, prime minister Denys Shmyhal reported that substantial repairs have been carried out, restoring 80 per cent of the primary power grids and high-voltage stations affected by the assaults. On 15 November last year, Mr Shmyhal pointed out that Moscow had launched approximately 100 missiles, primarily targeting the country’s energy infrastructure. Energy minister Herman Haluschenko labelled the attack the “most massive” bombardment of power infrastructure since the beginning of the war. In July this year, infrastructure minister Oleksandr Kubrakov said that nearly 100 per cent of thermal power stations, which had suffered damage from Russian attacks in late 2022 and early 2023, have been successfully repaired. “In general, as of today, the preparation level of utility networks for stable operation in the autumn-winter period of 2023-2024 is roughly 60 per cent,” the minister wrote on social media, adding that Ukraine will be 100 per cent ready in technical terms before the start of the next heating season on 1 October. “We must be prepared for the worst-case scenario, which includes repeated missile and drone attacks on energy infrastructure,” Ukraine’s state energy operator Ukrenergo’s head, Volodymyr Kudrytskyi said in Kharkiv on 27 July, according to Ukrainska Pravda. He continued: “We at Ukrenergo are absolutely certain that our main network will be ready to function without restrictions during the heating season.” However, he also added: “We don’t want to help the enemy understand the power system in detail.” Read More Ukraine’s intelligence service claims responsibility for Crimean Bridge drone attack Staff at Ukraine's experimental nuclear site pick up pieces from Russian strikes A camp teaches Ukrainian soldiers who were blinded in combat to navigate the world again UK inflation falls 1.1% in just one month as Ukraine war energy price crisis starts to ease Wagner mercenaries issue a chilling message on Poland’s doorstep: ‘We are here’
2023-08-18 00:45
A challenging search in remote waters intensifies for the missing submersible that was touring the Titanic wreckage with 5 on board
A challenging search in remote waters intensifies for the missing submersible that was touring the Titanic wreckage with 5 on board
A multi-agency search is intensifying for a submersible that went missing with five people on board while touring the wreckage of the Titanic, as crews comb through choppy, remote waters in low visibility.
2023-06-20 13:49
Eric Adams: FBI seize NYC mayor's phones in fundraising investigation
Eric Adams: FBI seize NYC mayor's phones in fundraising investigation
His campaign says devices, believed to be two iPhones and an iPad, were taken by agents on Monday.
2023-11-11 07:52
Microsoft in talks to extend deal contract with Activision -source
Microsoft in talks to extend deal contract with Activision -source
By Anirban Sen NEW YORK Microsoft Corp is in talks about an extension of its acquisition contract with
2023-07-18 06:51
Kate Middleton is absolutely stunning as world royalty turns out for Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif's wedding
Kate Middleton is absolutely stunning as world royalty turns out for Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif's wedding
In a majestic affair, Jordan's Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah tied the knot with Saudi architect Rajwa Al Saif, captivating a regal audience
2023-06-02 19:27
China Developers Jump Most in Seven Months on Politburo Pledge
China Developers Jump Most in Seven Months on Politburo Pledge
Chinese developer shares are bouncing back after the country’s top leadership pledged to optimize and adjust property policies
2023-07-25 11:24
Japan racks up trade deficit although exports gradually rebound
Japan racks up trade deficit although exports gradually rebound
Japan has racked up a trade deficit in April, marking the 21st month in a row of deficits, although it declined dramatically compared to a year ago, as exports recovered
2023-05-18 13:27
'RHONY' star Bethenny Frankel lashes out at TJ Maxx for selling her fake $869 Manolo Blahnik shoes
'RHONY' star Bethenny Frankel lashes out at TJ Maxx for selling her fake $869 Manolo Blahnik shoes
'RHONY' star Bethenny Frankel calls out TJ Maxx for selling her 'tons of s**t'
2023-07-23 09:25
Zelensky's mixed reception in Washington may be a taste of political storm to come
Zelensky's mixed reception in Washington may be a taste of political storm to come
The blue-and-gold flag draped hero worship of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's last Washington trip, which stirred comparisons to Winston Churchill's wartime stand against Nazism, was a distant memory on Thursday.
2023-09-22 09:21
Joe Rogan discusses dystopian future while claiming earbud-like devices read 'brainwaves', hints at a bleak future: 'It's so close to real'
Joe Rogan discusses dystopian future while claiming earbud-like devices read 'brainwaves', hints at a bleak future: 'It's so close to real'
Joe Rogan astounded fans by warning that a dystopian future could arrive sooner than thought
2023-08-05 16:48
South Carolina gas station owner makes 1st court appearance on murder charge in teen's death
South Carolina gas station owner makes 1st court appearance on murder charge in teen's death
A South Carolina gas station owner accused of chasing a 14-year-old boy from his store and fatally shooting him in the back has made his first court appearance on a murder charge
2023-05-31 05:48
Braverman Asked Civil Servants to Help With Speeding Fine: Times
Braverman Asked Civil Servants to Help With Speeding Fine: Times
UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman asked civil servants to help her avoid a speeding fine and penalty points
2023-05-21 01:59