– Two hydroelectric power plants in Ukraine decommissioned after major attack by Russian forces
– Attack on May 8 targeted energy infrastructure in several regions of Ukraine
– Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, under Russian control, has been repeatedly targeted and damaged
Russian forces have recently attacked two hydroelectric power plants in Ukraine, resulting in their decommissioning. The attack on May 8 targeted energy infrastructure in multiple regions of Ukraine, causing severe damage to facilities. Ukraine’s largest energy provider, DTEK, reported damage to several thermal power plants as well. The state-owned energy company, Ukrhydroenergo, emphasized the extent of the damage, calling for support from the international community. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, there have been repeated attacks on Ukrainian power infrastructure, including the destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam in 2023. Recent attacks on thermal power plants in Ukraine have raised concerns about the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which has been a major target. Despite damage to one of its reactors, Russia aims to restart the nuclear plant by December 2024. These attacks highlight the ongoing conflict in the region and the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.