With the arrival of severe frost, Russia has stepped up its attacks on Ukraine’s energy and heating infrastructure. In an interview with Polskie Radio 24, Dr. Andrzej Szabaciuk, an analyst at the Institute of Central Europe, stressed that these strikes are not random—they are an important complement to operations on the front, where the situation is gradually beginning to favor the Russian side.
According to the expert, the deliberate destruction of critical infrastructure is primarily intended to have a psychological and social impact. Russia aims to break the resilience of a Ukrainian society exhausted by war, exploiting the fact that repairing an outdated energy system is becoming increasingly difficult and costly with each passing year.
At the same time, Kyiv is facing growing internal challenges, including difficulties with mobilisation and allegations of corruption within state and military structures. In response, the Ukrainian authorities have decided to introduce personal changes. Kyrylo Budanov—a figure who commands significant authority and trust—has been brought into the immediate circle of President Volodymyr Zelensky. Among other responsibilities, he is expected to help improve the armed forces’ effectiveness and prepare Ukraine for potential peace negotiations.
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Winter as a Weapon. Andrzej Szabaciuk for Polskie Radio 24