Photos show Ukrainians dealing with blackouts as Russia strikes energy infrastructure

21 Oct 2025 • 4:10 PM MYT
The Independent
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Ukrainians are preparing for another winter of blackouts as Russia renews its strikes on the country’s energy grid. In front-line areas, residents rely on generators and stored water. In the northern town of Shostka, a Russian strike cut power, water and gas, forcing hospitals to depend on costly generators to keep patients alive.

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