Moscow threatened a new wave of mass bombardment against Ukraine's energy infrastructure, intensifying attacks on the country as the war completes four years without prospects of a diplomatic solution.
The authorities in Kiev reported that the number of dead at the capital's fuel depot rose to 38, making it one of the deadliest attacks on Ukrainian territory since the beginning of the conflict.
The Russian attacks have systematically targeted the Ukrainian energy network, causing widespread blackouts and worsening the humanitarian situation of the civilian population during the winter months.
The continuation of the bombings comes at a time when peace negotiations remain blocked, with both sides far from an agreement to end the conflict that has been going on for four years.
