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Yemen clashes trigger worst humanitarian crisis since 2022; 200k displaced
RFI English·YE · FR·1 day ago
Renewed Russian strikes on Ukraine's power infrastructure are prompting Kyiv residents to consider leaving the capital as winter approaches. The campaign threatens to trigger a humanitarian crisis, with uncertain resilience of the grid and potential mass displacement.
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Russian forces have significantly intensified missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, particularly in Kyiv, resulting in widespread power outages, metro disruptions, and water supply cuts. Civilian casualties are confirmed across multiple Ukrainian cities, with Ukraine alleging deliberate targeting. The full extent of damage and restoration timelines remain unclear.