Kyiv has become a frontline city - EU Ambassador Mathernova

Kyiv has actually become a frontline - EU ambassador

Ambassador of the European Union to Ukraine Katarina Maternova said that due to Russian attacks and the difficult energy situation, Kyiv has effectively become a frontline city.

According to her, the residents of the capital continue to live in conditions of significant power cuts and low temperatures.

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Katarina Maternova stressed that Ukraine's energy infrastructure is under considerable pressure due to Russian attacks.

«As a result of Russian attacks and very low temperatures, Kyiv has become a frontline city. In fact, it is now the front line. And people are still forced to survive with only 1-3 hours of electricity a day. And many are still freezing in their apartments,» she said.

The diplomat added that the situation remains difficult in the face of sub-zero temperatures, and the end of winter could partially alleviate the situation.

Context.

In recent periods, Russia has been systematically attacking Ukraine's energy infrastructure. As a result, power outage schedules are periodically introduced in certain regions, including the capital.

The European Union continues to provide Ukraine with energy and financial support to rebuild damaged facilities.