Kyiv Mayor Reports Critical Infrastructure Hit in Overnight Strikes

Why it matters locally: The ongoing conflict in Ukraine and its impact on global energy markets could indirectly affect energy costs for New Jersey residents and businesses, though the immediate impact of this specific event is limited.

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KYIV, Ukraine — Overnight strikes on Ukraine's capital resulted in at least 17 deaths, Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported. The attacks, which Klitschko described as a "massive attack," also disrupted the city's hot water supply. Klitschko stated the strikes "purposefully" targeted critical infrastructure. He confirmed the fatalities as authorities assessed the damage across the city.