Fresh Russian Strikes Cut Heat to Thousands in Ukraine’s Freezing Capital

New York Times - World Human InterestNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by Cassandra VinogradJanuary 20, 2026 at 11:12 AM
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Russian strikes on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, left over 5,600 high-rise buildings in Kyiv, Ukraine, without heat in subfreezing temperatures. Ukrainian authorities reported that the attacks, part of an intensified campaign, are intended to break the country's morale and force submission. President Zelensky stated Russia launched numerous missiles and drones across the country, with Kyiv experiencing the most difficult situation. The mayor of Kyiv noted that many buildings had just regained heat after a previous attack on January 8, and part of the city was also without water. Authorities are working to restore services, deploying mobile kitchens and warming tents as schools are closed until February.

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Temperatures were at around 6 degrees Fahrenheit, or minus 14 Celsius.

factual100% confidence

One side of the city was without water on Tuesday.

factual — Vitali Klitschko100% confidence

More than 5,600 high-rise buildings in Kyiv were left without heat after the latest attacks from Russia.

statistic — officials100% confidence

Russia had fired “a significant number” of ballistic and cruise missiles, along with over 300 attack drones, across the country overnight.

quote — President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine90% confidence

Ukrainian officials say the strikes weaponize winter — aiming to freeze the country into submission.

quote — Ukrainian officials80% confidence
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