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How is Ukraine's power grid built?
Ukraine's power grid is robust, built to withstand attacks from the Soviet era, but Russia's sustained targeting since 2022 has severely degraded it. Engineers work tirelessly to repair damage, often under fire, but the scale of destruction means power cuts are still a regular occurrence, especially in winter.
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