Russian attack cuts power to eight Dnipropetrovsk Oblast coal mines, stranding 2,595 workers

Rescuers and mine personnel quickly organized the evacuation of people to the surface. Preliminary information indicates no deaths or injuries.

"Russia continues its energy terror. This latest strike endangered the lives of thousands of miners. Russia keeps waging war on civilians. The Russian tactic is clear — to leave Ukrainians without power and heat in winter," Energy Minister Svitlana Gryynchuk said.

The day before, Russian forces attacked coal enterprises in Ukraine's Donetsk Oblast. The aggressor carried out five airstrikes with guided aerial bombs. As a result, coal industry facilities were hit — a boiler room, administrative and warehouse buildings were damaged. The enterprises are currently non-operational.