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Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russia struck gas distribution station in Odesa region
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on August 20, 2025
2 min readLast updated: January 22, 2026
Quick Summary
Russia attacked a gas station in Odesa, Ukraine. Zelenskiy urges more sanctions on Russia. No immediate gas supply issues reported.
Zelenskiy Reports Russian Attack on Gas Station in Odesa Region
KYIV (Reuters) -Russia struck a gas distribution station in the southern Ukraine region of Odesa on Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, adding this showed the need to put economic pressure on Russia amid current U.S. efforts to end the war.
"All of these are demonstrative strikes that only confirm the need to put pressure on Moscow, the need to impose new sanctions and tariffs until diplomacy is fully effective," Zelenskiy wrote on X.
Zelenskiy did not specify how important the gas station is.
Local authorities did not report any problems with gas supplies in the region. Ukraine uses gas not only for industrial needs, but also for heating homes and cooking.
The Russian Defence Ministry confirmed the attack on what it said was port infrastructure "used to supply fuel to Ukrainian forces".
In recent weeks, Russian forces have intensified attacks on gas and energy infrastructure, attacking a gas interconnector with Romania and fuel depots in several regions in early August.
Ukraine has called on Baku to respond to Russian attacks on assets of Azerbaijani state-owned company SOCAR in the Odesa region.
Ukrainian authorities say that Russia is trying to disrupt Ukraine's preparations for the winter heating season with its attacks.
Ukraine has faced a serious gas shortage since a series of devastating Russian missile strikes this year, which significantly reduced domestic production.
Ukrainian forces have also stepped up attacks on Russia's energy infrastructure, a key conduit for generating money for Kremlin's war efforts.
Oil is once again flowing to Hungary and Slovakia via the Druzhba pipeline, officials from both countries said late on Tuesday, after a Ukrainian drone strike on an oil pumping station in Russia's Tambov region halted supplies.
(Reporting by Anastasiia MalenkoWriting by Pavel PolityukEditing by Alison Williams and Frances Kerry)
Key Takeaways
- •Russia attacked a gas distribution station in Odesa.
- •Zelenskiy calls for increased sanctions on Russia.
- •No immediate gas supply issues reported in Odesa.
- •Ukraine faces gas shortages due to Russian strikes.
- •Ukraine targets Russian energy infrastructure in response.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russia struck gas distribution station in Odesa region
1What did Zelenskiy say about the Russian attack?
Zelenskiy stated that the attack on the gas distribution station in Odesa demonstrates the need to increase pressure on Moscow and impose new sanctions.
2Was there any impact on gas supplies in the Odesa region?
Local authorities reported no problems with gas supplies in the region despite the attack.
3What is the significance of the gas distribution station?
Zelenskiy did not specify the importance of the gas station, but it is part of Ukraine's critical energy infrastructure.
4How has Russia's military strategy affected Ukraine's energy sector?
Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine's gas and energy infrastructure, aiming to disrupt preparations for the winter heating season.
5What actions has Ukraine taken in response to Russian attacks?
Ukraine has called on Baku to respond to Russian attacks on the assets of Azerbaijani state-owned company SOCAR in the Odesa region.
