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Ukrainian drone attack cuts power and water in Russian-held Crimea

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Crimea has more than 2.5 million residents, and Sergei Aksyonov, its Moscow-installed head, said on Telegram that electricity and water supplies were restricted after drones hit local power grids on Saturday. He didn't say how many homes were affected.

By BriefTea Editorial · 25 October 2026 at 5:00

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