Zelensky Urges Winter Preparedness Amid Russian Attacks on Ukraine's Power Grid

• •Zelensky launched direct talks with mayors to enhance winter energy infrastructure protection.
• •Russian attacks on Ukraine's power grid are intensifying, causing prolonged blackouts.
• •Zelensky emphasized the need for accurate outage reporting and immediate corrective actions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced new coordination efforts with mayors to bolster winter preparedness and energy infrastructure protection as Russian strikes intensify. During a meeting on November 13, he emphasized the need for accurate reporting on power outages and the importance of protecting essential services amid ongoing threats. Zelensky's remarks follow his earlier comments on November 12, where he stated that Putin aims to 'destroy life' in Ukrainian cities, highlighting the urgency of implementing winter resilience plans. The government is focused on ensuring adequate shelters, energy supplies, and missile interception capabilities. Local officials reported significant challenges, including prolonged blackouts in several cities, which Zelensky deemed unacceptable. The situation underscores the critical need for support from European partners to maintain essential services during the winter months.