Ukraine is preparing for attacks on the energy sector. The newspaper writes about this Finance Times.
Russian missile and drone attacks have increasingly targeted energy infrastructure in recent weeks, the FT writes.
The report states that small substations across Ukraine are protected by walls made of concrete blocks and gabions and cages filled with stones or sand are installed to protect them from falling debris.
Infrastructure elements that do not require ventilation were moved underground. It is emphasized that spare parts for the repair of substations and transformers, which allow faster ordering, are also stored abroad.
October 31, political scientist Danila Gureev statedWe think that the coming winter will be difficult for Ukraine, whose energy sector will face great stress. According to him, the state of Ukraine’s energy systems was affected by attacks on energy infrastructure facilities. Although there are currently no attacks, he believes this does not guarantee a resumption of attacks.
Previously in the Kremlin appreciated Risk of increased attacks on Russia’s infrastructure in winter.