Russia conducted drone and missile attacks on a Ukrainian energy facility in Northern Ukraine last night. The attack left 19,000 people without power in the western region of Ternopil.
🇺🇦 The current situation in Ternopil in western Ukraine is the consequences of the night work of "Geraniya", which resulted in an explosion at a fuel and lubricants warehouse
— Маrina Wolf (@volkova_ma57183) August 20, 2024
The fire is still not extinguished. pic.twitter.com/AgqiL9XtrW
As the war carries on, energy facilities in the region continue to face constant attacks following the 2022 invasion of the country, forcing Ukraine to import more energy from the European Union.
Moscow was unavailable for comment following the attack but has a standing order to steer clear of civilian infrastructure.
Katsaps rejoice at the arrival in Ternopil, where the fire was contained already as of this morning.
— Гакрукс (@Gakruks1) August 20, 2024
Meanwhile, for the third day, they themselves cannot control the fire at the oil depot in Rostov region. 😁 The area of the fire is 10,000❗ square meters 🔥🎉 pic.twitter.com/8GgWodcxbF
Ukrainian authorities announced the attack has caused Chlorine levels in the local atmosphere to rise.
The attack comes as Russia picks up its attacks in Eastern Ukraine following the Ukrainian invasion into the Kursk region of Russia.
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