Ukraine is preparing for its third winter at war and further Russian attacks on its energy supply network.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had met representatives from various ministries and the country’s energy suppliers to discuss measures to protect infrastructure.
“The discussion covered all levels of energy infrastructure protection, including technical aspects, as well as electronic warfare and air defence,” Zelensky posted on the Telegram platform on Tuesday.
“The Air Force will be involved,” Zelensky said about one part of the protective measures discussed.
“We have also decided to strengthen our air defence along the front lines and the border,” the president added.
In addition, plans have been drawn up to repair damage as quickly as possible and to decentralize energy suppliers.
During the past two winters of war, the Russian military repeatedly attacked and severely damaged Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
The loss of electricity and the associated water and heating supply during the coldest season put pressure on Ukraine’s civilian population.
Since then, Ukraine has received massive foreign aid to rebuild its energy network and additional air-defence systems to protect it.
