How Ukrainians Are Coping Without Heat

In a video report dated February 10, 2026, *The New York Times* examines how Kyiv residents are managing without heat amidst ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine's heating and electrical infrastructure. Kyiv bureau chief Andrew E. Kramer, along with Lynsey Addario and Rebecca Suner, document the strategies Ukrainians are employing to stay warm during a harsh winter. The report focuses on the impact of Russia's attacks on civilian infrastructure and the resulting challenges faced by people in Kyiv. The video illustrates the resilience of Ukrainians as they adapt to the loss of essential services.

A recent Russian airstrike on a Ukrainian city resulted in one death. The attack occurred amidst ongoing efforts by the United States to push for a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, with a proposed deadline of June 2026. The repeated Russian air attacks on Ukraine's energy sector have left many people without power, heating, and water during a harsh winter. Civilians are receiving assistance from veterans and participating in tactical and medical courses run by the 3rd Assault Brigade. The photos accompanying the article show the impact of the attacks on civilians in Kyiv, Ukraine on Sunday, February 8, 2026.