Zelensky declares state of emergency in Ukraine's energy sector

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete January 15, 2026 at 03:13 AM

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Ukraine has declared a state of emergency in its energy sector, particularly in Kyiv, due to ongoing Russian strikes and freezing temperatures. President Zelensky announced the creation of a task force to address the damage to critical infrastructure and accused Russia of exploiting the cold weather. The strikes have left thousands without power, heating, and water, with Kyiv being particularly affected. Zelensky ordered the procurement of energy equipment and the establishment of more emergency help points. Russian attacks have impacted energy infrastructure beyond Kyiv, affecting over a million people in southeastern Ukraine. DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy provider, is operating in crisis mode due to repeated attacks on the grid.

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Vladimir Putin 40% Maxim Timchenko ×240% DTEK ×250% Moscow 60% Donald Trump ×260% Kyiv ×480% Russia ×590% Volodymyr Zelensky ×590% Ukraine ×5100%

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energy sector 100% state of emergency 90% russian strikes 90% power outages 80% critical infrastructure 70% zelensky 60% energy distribution 60% kyiv 50% winter 40%