The new reality has forced the Kremlin to raise taxes and increase debt, and hovers over peace talks with Ukraine.
Widespread power outages in Kyiv, across Ukraine, and into much of Moldova – the entire Ukrainian national grid has come under severe strain due to freezing temperatures, heavy demand and damage from attacks. In Kyiv, no electric transport, and we have no heating or water either. pic.twitter.com/ONL412yvSN
— Euan MacDonald (@Euan_MacDonald) January 31, 2026
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— Reuters (@Reuters) Jan 31, 2026