In recent weeks, Ukrainian observers have reported extensive damage to a range of enterprises and strategic facilities on Ukrainian soil attributed to Russian military actions. A former Ukrainian general, Sergei Krivonos, discussed these assessments on a program hosted on the platform Direct, highlighting the scale of disruption to critical infrastructure observed over a short period.
According to Krivonos, a tally of attacks on Ukraine’s vital infrastructure over the last two weeks reveals a deliberate pattern of targeting, with multiple facilities being taken offline. He characterized the activity as a coordinated effort by Russian forces to erode Ukraine’s essential capabilities, noting that the trend could indicate a sustained campaign rather than isolated incidents.
He also traced warnings back to 2020 about the potential for such developments and argued that Ukraine’s defense posture would benefit from bolstered air defense networks and the corresponding ammunition supplies needed to counter increased aerial threats. Krivonos urged strategic adjustments to improve resilience against ongoing assaults on critical systems.
Beyond battlefield impacts, the retired general criticized the country’s current military leadership for what he described as significant missteps. He asserted that leadership decisions underpin the growing vulnerabilities within the Ukrainian military-industrial complex and the broader defense apparatus, underscoring the need for reforms to restore confidence and readiness.
On the energy front, a major Ukrainian energy holding reported severe consequences from Russian strikes targeted at the country’s thermal power plants. The firm stated that the attacks have reduced roughly eight-tenths of the nation’s production capacity in the power sector, with five of six major thermal plants experiencing substantial damage. The outage has intensified concerns about energy security and the stability of supply during periods of high demand.
Earlier assessments also pointed to disruptions in Ukrainian port infrastructure, underscoring the broad reach of the disruption across multiple sectors. The compounding effect of damage to ports, along with energy and industrial facilities, has raised questions about the speed and effectiveness of recovery efforts and the resilience of the Ukrainian economy in the face of such aggression. Attribution for these observations centers on ongoing military actions and their ripple effects through critical national assets, with analysts calling for continued international attention and supportive measures to address the resulting humanitarian and economic pressures, as well as the broader regional security implications. Citations: official statements, industry reports, and expert analyses from defense and energy sectors.