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A thousand Kyiv apartment blocks still without heating after Russian strike
Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on January 11, 2026
Over 1,000 Kyiv Apartment Buildings Lack Heating After Russian Attack
Impact of Russian Attacks on Kyiv's Energy Supply
KYIV, Jan 11 (Reuters) - More than 1,000 apartment buildings in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv are still without heating following a devastating Russian attack earlier this week, local authorities said on Sunday.
Current Heating Situation
Russia has intensified bombardments of Ukraine's energy system since it invaded its neighbour in 2022.
Restoration Efforts
On Friday, a missile strike on Kyiv left virtually the entire city without power and heating amid a sharp cold snap, and it was not until Sunday that authorities restored water supplies and partially restored electricity and heating.
Forecast and Future Challenges
The war's fourth winter could be the coldest and darkest yet, with the accumulated damage to the grid bringing utilities to the brink and temperatures, already below minus 12 degrees Celsius (10.4 F), set to plunge to minus 20 degrees (-4 F) later this week.
"Restoration work is ongoing. However, the energy supply situation in the capital remains very difficult," Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klitschko said on Telegram.
"According to forecasts, the severe frosts are not expected to subside in the coming days. Therefore, the difficult situation in the capital will continue," he added.
Ukraine's energy ministry said Russian forces had attacked the country's power system again during the night, briefly cutting off electricity to the south-eastern Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions.
"Not a single day passed this week without attacks on energy facilities and critical infrastructure. A total of 44 attacks were recorded," Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said on Telegram.
(Reporting by Pavel Polityuk; Editing by David Holmes)
Frequently Asked Questions about A thousand Kyiv apartment blocks still without heating after Russian strike
1What is energy supply?
Energy supply refers to the provision of energy resources, such as electricity and heating, to meet the needs of consumers and businesses.
2What are restoration efforts?
Restoration efforts involve actions taken to repair and restore services or infrastructure after damage, such as rebuilding energy systems after attacks.
3What is a heating system?
A heating system is a mechanism used to provide warmth to indoor spaces, typically through radiators or central heating units.
4What are the impacts of winter challenges?
Winter challenges can include extreme cold temperatures, which can strain energy supplies and increase demand for heating services.
5What is a missile strike?
A missile strike is an attack using guided missiles aimed at a specific target, often resulting in significant damage to infrastructure.
