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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard a report from Zaporizhzhia regarding the timing and details of deploying and preparing additional forces to shoot down Shahed drones.
The Head of State reported this on January 21.
“I held a special energy sector call. Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast, Kharkiv and Kharkiv Oblast, Sumy Oblast, Chernihiv and Chernihiv Oblast, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast — these are the regions where the situation is currently the most difficult. Repair crews, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, energy company employees, and municipal services are operating at maximum capacity”, — he wrote.
According to him, as of this morning, about 4,000 buildings in Kyiv are still without heating, and nearly 60% of the capital is without electricity.
“According to reports from city authorities, the forces involved are sufficient, but time is needed. I do not agree with this assessment — additional measures and additional resources are required. The Ministry of Internal Affairs reported on the deployment and use of support and heating points and on the preparation of hot meals for people. It is important that the operation of base stations and mobile communications is being maintained”, — the President noted.
Separately, he spoke with government officials and Ukrenergo about what is needed to speed up repairs of networks and substations.
“The Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense will verify all information regarding the reservation of employees of energy companies and municipal enterprises involved in eliminating the consequences of Russian strikes and the emergency situation — for such companies, there is already a decision to reserve 100% of personnel”, — the President stated.
He emphasized that any shortage of effective response at the local level must not be blamed on a lack of personnel — cities have the resources to engage people for work.
“Today, I also expect a separate report from government officials on support programs for Ukrainians and businesses in emergency conditions — steps are needed that will truly help people and allow the situation to stabilize.
There will also be meetings and negotiations with partners who can provide additional support. The priorities for everyone are obvious: air defense missiles, energy equipment, and the fastest possible execution of all necessary work. Thank you to everyone who is helping!” — Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote.
