Russia hits gas pipeline in Donetsk region: thousands of families may be left without gas

As a result of Russian shelling on January 30, a gas pipeline in Kramatorsk district of Donetsk region was damaged. A number of settlements may be left without gas supply, reported in Donetskoblgaz.

The settlements of Druzhkivka, Oleksiyevo-Druzhkivka, Osykovo, Kindrativka and the areas that are part of the Druzhkivka community may be left without gas supply.

Donetskoblgaz noted that the shelling of gas infrastructure takes place during the cold season, which can lead to the lack of gas and heat for thousands of families.

• As of January 15, from the beginning of the heating season 2025-2026 documented 256 air attacks by the Russian Federation on Ukrainian energy facilities and heating systems.
• From the beginning of October 2025 to January 2026, the occupiers targeted 11 hydroelectric power plants, 45 of Ukraine's largest thermal power plants, 49 targeted air strikes with drones and missiles on thermal power plants, and 151 on power substations.