Parts of Ukraine and Moldova, including the capitals Kyiv and Chișinău, experienced significant blackouts on Saturday due to a failure in high-voltage power lines. Electricity was subsequently restored after repairs. While officials have not confirmed a direct link to the ongoing conflict, Ukraine’s power infrastructure has been weakened by repeated Russian airstrikes.
The outages occurred as diplomatic efforts, led by the United States and other parties, continue without a breakthrough in negotiations related to the conflict. Both countries remain vulnerable to disruptions amid the ongoing war.
**Why this matters**
Reliable power supply is critical for civilian life and essential services, especially during conflict. The blackout highlights the fragility of Ukraine and Moldova’s energy infrastructure under the strain of war. Continued disruptions could exacerbate humanitarian challenges and complicate diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.
Source: NewsData