
Power play: electricity in Ukraine
The Intelligence from The Economist
Targeting the Grid: Ukraine's Power Struggles
This chapter examines Russia's strategic attacks on Ukraine's power infrastructure, focusing on missile strikes that threaten to disrupt electricity distribution and increase the risk of blackouts. It highlights the challenges Ukraine faces in repairing its outdated grid technology amidst ongoing assaults and the necessity for international support to modernize its infrastructure. The discussion also touches on the broader implications of these disruptions, including potential impacts on essential services and the need for enhanced air defenses against evolving threats.
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