Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of targeting Ukraine‘s energy infrastructure after a strike in Odesa and referred to peace talks in Riyadh as a “notorious meeting”.
He posted on X: “Once again, civilian energy facilities have been targeted – for nearly three years now, the Russian army has relentlessly used missiles and attack drones against them.
“Just yesterday, after the notorious meeting in Riyadh, it became clear that Russian representatives were once again lying, claiming they do not target Ukraine’s energy sector.
“Yet, almost simultaneously, they launched another attack, with drones striking electrical transformers. And this is during winter – it was minus 6 degrees Celsius at night.”
He said at least 160,000 Odesa residents are now without heat and electricity. A total of 13 schools, a kindergarten and several hospitals have also been left without power or heating, according to Ukraine‘s leader.
Mr Zelensky said: “We must never forget that Russia is ruled by pathological liars – they cannot be trusted and must be pressured. For the sake of peace.”