Moldova-Ukraine Energy Crisis: Russia's Spring Offensive

0:00It's March 25th, Adelaide News. Today starts, now, AI-powered and ready. I'm Cory with the story. Moldova has declared a 60-day state of emergency in its energy sector. After Russian drone strikes in Ukraine damaged a key power line linking the country to Europe. The line runs through southern Ukraine and officials say crash drones near it require demoting before repairs, which could take up to seven days. The Prime Minister is urging residents to cut back on electricity used during peak hours to manage the shortage. Meanwhile, Ukraine faced one of its largest aerial attacks yet, with Russia launching nearly 400 long-range drones and 23 crews. Missiles overnight, followed by 556 more in a rare daytime barrage. Strikes hit cities across Western Ukraine, including the historic center of Viv, were a 16th-century monastery to damage. At least seven people were killed in the assaults. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the attacks a sign of Russia's

1:02intent to prolong the war, promising a response. Moldova's president and foreign ministry pointed the finger squarely at Moscow, holding irresponsible for the power disruption. Leaders in both countries stressed unity amid the escalating pressure. Russia seems to be ramping up its spring offensive to test Ukrainian defenses, targeting energy sites as it has since the full-scale invasion began. Over two years ago, on top of that, North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un sent a message reaffirming strong support for Russia, highlighting their growing military ties, including troop and weapons aid. As repairs drag on and attacks continue, both Ukraine and Moldova raise for more strain on their infrastructure and people in this drawn-out conflict.