A power cut has been imposed across Crimea following Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure, according to reports from the peninsula. The Russian-installed administration in Sevastopol confirmed a “blackout” affecting the entire region, including the city of Sevastopol. Ukrainian officials have not yet commented, but the strikes are believed to be part of a broader campaign to disrupt Russian military logistics.
The United Kingdom’s Foreign Office released a statement affirming solidarity with Ukraine, reiterating that “the UK stands with its allies in support of Ukraine’s right to self-defence.” The incident underscores the strategic vulnerability of Russian-held territories as Kyiv continues to target supply lines and energy nodes. European energy markets reacted with mild volatility, though analysts suggest the impact on continental supplies remains limited for now.
The situation remains fluid; further details are expected within hours.
