Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, targeting gas production sites for the seventeenth time, as reported by Naftogaz and Energy Minister German Galushchenko. While no casualties have been reported, damage has occurred, and officials are working to stabilize the situation amidst escalating tensions ahead of U.S.-Ukrainian talks.
On Friday, Russia launched an attack on Ukraine’s energy and gas infrastructure, as reported by the Ukrainian energy minister and national gas company Naftogaz. This marks the seventeenth assault on Naftogaz Group’s gas production infrastructure, which has sustained significant damage, according to acting board chairman Roman Chumak. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported from these attacks.
Chumak emphasized that Naftogaz is actively working to assess and mitigate the damage inflicted by the strikes, assuring that all necessary measures are being taken to restore operations at the affected facilities. He emphasized, “We are doing, and will continue to do, everything possible to ensure the country’s gas supply despite ongoing threats.”
Ukrainian Energy Minister German Galushchenko further noted on Facebook that the energy infrastructure across various regions in Ukraine is once again facing intensive rocket and drone attacks. Power crews are deployed to repair the damages, and the ministry is taking necessary actions to stabilize the gas supply, accusing Russia of deliberately targeting civilians by crippling power and gas supplies.
This recent assault on Ukraine’s gas infrastructure occurred just before scheduled discussions in Saudi Arabia between Ukrainian and U.S. officials concerning potential resolutions for the ongoing conflict. Russia has heightened its attacks on Ukraine’s gas production and storage facilities in recent months.
In retaliation, Ukraine has been striking Russian refineries, utilizing drone attacks that have repeatedly impacted several facilities in southern and southwestern Russia. Recently, a fire erupted at the Ufa refinery in Bashkiria, which was initially believed to be the result of a Ukrainian drone assault, but later reports indicated it stemmed from technical failures at the site.
In summary, Russia’s recent attacks on Ukraine’s energy and gas infrastructure exacerbate an already tense situation as discussions for resolution loom. Naftogaz is committed to restoring operational capacity despite ongoing threats. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to retaliate against Russian facilities. The ongoing conflict remains a destabilizing force in the region, affecting both energy security and civilian safety.
Original Source: oilprice.com
