Kyiv's High-Rise Heat Crisis: Russian Attacks Leave Thousands Shivering

More than 5,600 high-rise buildings in Kyiv are without heat due to a Russian attack. Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that about 80% of these buildings were those still recovering from an earlier attack in January. Efforts to restore heating are ongoing, affecting thousands of residents amid ongoing tensions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-01-2026 11:40 IST | Created: 20-01-2026 11:40 IST
Kyiv's High-Rise Heat Crisis: Russian Attacks Leave Thousands Shivering
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In Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, over 5,600 high-rise apartment buildings have been left without heating following a new Russian attack, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko.

The crisis has primarily affected buildings previously impacted by an attack on January 9, with approximately 80% still undergoing heat supply restoration.

Thousands of residents are affected as authorities rush to restore heat in the midst of ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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