Energy Ceasefire Claim and UAV Attack on Data Center in Vladimir
Despite the energy ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump, Russia's attacks on energy infrastructure continue, while Ukrainian forces struck a Yandex data center in Russia.
US President Donald Trump announced that an energy ceasefire had been reached between Russia and Ukraine, taking effect immediately. However, following this announcement, the Kyiv administration reported that Russian attacks continue and the country's energy infrastructure remains targeted.
Energy Ceasefire Announcement
In a statement made via social media, US President Donald Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an energy ceasefire taking effect immediately. However, details of this announcement were not provided, leaving uncertainty between the parties.
Kyiv's Statement That Attacks Continue
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that while they welcomed Trump's announcement, Russia continued to strike energy infrastructure in Kyiv and Kharkiv. It was confirmed that a power plant in Kharkiv was targeted.
UAV Strike on Yandex Data Center
A drone attack carried out by Ukraine targeted the Yandex data center located in the city of Vladimir, east of Moscow. This incident was recorded as the third attack on the tech giant's facilities within the last four days.
Disruptions in Tech Services
While it was reported that operations at the data center in Vladimir completely stopped, users in Russia as well as Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Armenia experienced issues accessing ride-hailing and banking services due to the disruptions.
Zelenskyy's Condition on Elections and Ceasefire
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that elections could be organized in the country if Russia accepts a full 60-day ceasefire. However, the legal and logistical difficulties of organizing elections under war conditions and martial law were highlighted.
Casualties and Humanitarian Toll
It was announced that 23 people, including four children, lost their lives and over thirty people were injured as a result of Russian bombardment on the southern city of Zaporizhzhia. Meanwhile, civilian casualties also occurred in attacks in Russia's Bryansk border region.