"No electricity, no water, no heating, no power" – the BBC reported on the increasingly desperate situation of the people in Kyiv.

In Kyiv, residents face severe power outages due to ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Many families experience long periods without electricity, leading to a lack of water and heating. The situation has worsened, with reports of 20-hour outages becoming common. Ukrainian President Zelensky claims the country has sufficient energy production capacity, but attacks on substations hinder distribution. Recent drone and missile strikes have intensified, with significant damage reported to power plants. Amidst these challenges, negotiations for prisoner exchanges continue, with hopes for progress in peace talks depending on U.S. involvement.