🇩🇪 Friedrich Merz · 2 sources
Russia bombards Ukraine power grid before Abu Dhabi talks; Merz urges Moscow to engage
What happened
Russia launched an attack on Ukraine's power grid, reportedly killing up to 25 Ukrainian servicemen and destroying 15 vehicles and an electronic warfare station. The attack occurred before Chancellor Friedrich Merz's meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin. The incident occurred in the area of Oleshky, where a humanitarian ceasefire was in place.
Why it matters
The attack has implications for the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and may affect the prospects for peace negotiations. Germany, led by Chancellor Merz, has been a key supporter of Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy is meeting with German Chancellor Merz in Berlin.
Key facts
- Up to 25 Ukrainian servicemen reported killed
- 15 vehicles and an electronic warfare station destroyed
- Incident occurred in Oleshky area
- Humanitarian ceasefire in place in the area.
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