Russia preparing operation against Ukraine’s water supply systems, Zelenskyy warns
During a coordination call, new tasks were assigned to government and military officials to strengthen protection of critical infrastructure.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy / © Website of the President of Ukraine
Russia may be preparing strikes on Ukraine’s water supply systems in the coming months. Communities were instructed to enhance security measures and pay increased attention to protecting critical infrastructure, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
After large-scale Russian attacks on Ukraine, a meeting was held with state leadership and relevant ministries.
Officials discussed the situation in regions affected by strikes.
«Special attention is on the Chernihiv region. Restoration of electricity continued there throughout the day, ” he said.
Government officials and the Presidential Office were also instructed to coordinate with the military to enhance air defenses. This specifically covers additional protection against drone attacks in western Ukraine. Establishing new defensive lines is identified as a priority.
«We are also aware that Russia is planning an operation against water supply systems in the coming months.
Each community must approach the protection of these facilities with full seriousness and responsibility, ” the president said.
During a meeting attended by the prime minister, leadership of Naftogaz of Ukraine, government officials, and the defense minister, key next steps were also agreed.