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Israel Targets Houthi-Controlled Power Plant in Sanaa
world6 months ago

Israel Targets Houthi-Controlled Power Plant in Sanaa

The Israeli navy reportedly bombed a power plant near Sanaa, Yemen, claiming it was used by Houthi fighters, amid ongoing regional tensions and retaliations related to the conflict in Gaza. The attack caused damage and a fire, with no evidence provided by Israel to justify targeting a civilian infrastructure, raising concerns of potential war crimes. The conflict involves multiple actors, including the US and UK, and is part of broader regional hostilities linked to the Gaza war.

Kosovo Arrests Eight Amid Canal Blast Tensions with Serbia
world-news1 year ago

Kosovo Arrests Eight Amid Canal Blast Tensions with Serbia

An explosion damaged a canal supplying water to Kosovo's main coal-fired power plants, prompting Prime Minister Albin Kurti to accuse Serbia of orchestrating a "terrorist act." The blast, which occurred near Zubin Potok, threatens Kosovo's electricity supply and has heightened ethnic tensions between Kosovo and Serbia. Several arrests have been made, and a large cache of weapons was seized. Both the EU and the US condemned the attack, emphasizing the need for accountability.

"Russian Attacks Escalate: Destruction and Gas Prices Soar in Ukraine"
war-and-conflict1 year ago

"Russian Attacks Escalate: Destruction and Gas Prices Soar in Ukraine"

Ukraine's largest thermal power station, Trypillia, was completely destroyed in a Russian aerial attack, leading to potential rolling blackouts in the affected regions. President Zelensky called for partners to fulfill their promises of supplying air defense systems to protect key Ukrainian cities. Greece offered F-16 fighter jets for sale, which Ukrainian pilots have been training on, in hopes of gaining air superiority. The F-16s could pose a threat to Russia and help intercept incoming aerial attacks.

"Russian Strikes on Ukrainian Power Plant and Kharkiv Raise Concerns of Breakthrough in Ukraine War"
international-conflict1 year ago

"Russian Strikes on Ukrainian Power Plant and Kharkiv Raise Concerns of Breakthrough in Ukraine War"

Russia's missile strikes on Ukraine's energy system and the bombardment of Kharkiv, along with advances along the front, are raising concerns about Kyiv's military capabilities, with Western officials noting a dire shortage of ammunition and manpower, as well as gaps in air defense, indicating Ukraine's most fragile moment in over two years of war.

"Russian Attack Destroys Largest Power Plant in Ukraine, Leaving Thousands Without Power"
international-news1 year ago

"Russian Attack Destroys Largest Power Plant in Ukraine, Leaving Thousands Without Power"

The largest power-generating plant in Ukraine’s Kyiv region, Trypilska Thermal Power Plant, was destroyed in a Russian missile attack, causing a large-scale fire and resulting in the loss of 100% of power generation across three plants operated by energy company Centrenergo. This attack follows previous destruction of another plant in the Kharkiv region and occupation of a third plant in the Donetsk region by Russian forces. Despite the destruction, there were no casualties and no immediate power cuts in the capital region.

"Russian Air Strikes Cause Widespread Power Outages in Ukraine"
international-affairs1 year ago

"Russian Air Strikes Cause Widespread Power Outages in Ukraine"

Russian air strikes destroyed a major electricity plant near Kyiv and damaged power facilities in several regions, intensifying pressure on Ukraine's energy system. The attack, using more than 80 missiles and drones, has raised concerns about the resilience of Ukraine's energy infrastructure. President Zelenskiy condemned the attacks as "terror" and urged urgent air defense support from the West. The situation is described as dire, with warnings of potential air defense munition shortages and a plea for U.S.-made Patriot air defenses to counter ballistic strikes.

"Russian Strikes Cause Widespread Damage and Power Outages in Ukraine"
international-conflict1 year ago

"Russian Strikes Cause Widespread Damage and Power Outages in Ukraine"

Russian airstrikes destroyed a major power plant near Kyiv and damaged other power facilities in Ukraine, putting pressure on the energy system and prompting urgent appeals for air defense support. The attacks, which included missiles and drones, have raised concerns about the resilience of Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The country's requests for air defense supplies from the West have intensified, as it faces ongoing assaults on its energy system. The situation has been described as dire, with warnings of potential air defense munition shortages and the need for urgent Western assistance.

"Fatal Explosion Prompts Enel Workers' Strike at Italian Hydroelectric Plant"
workplace-safety1 year ago

"Fatal Explosion Prompts Enel Workers' Strike at Italian Hydroelectric Plant"

Three people were killed and four are still missing after a fire and explosion at an Enel Green Power hydroelectric plant in Italy. Enel workers plan to strike over safety concerns, while other sectors will also stage a stoppage. The plant was undergoing improvements by contractors including Voith, Siemens Energy, and ABB. The incident has raised concerns about workplace safety in Italy, prompting a planned strike and ongoing rescue efforts.

"New England's Last Coal-Fired Power Plants to Close, Embrace Renewables"
environment1 year ago

"New England's Last Coal-Fired Power Plants to Close, Embrace Renewables"

The last coal-fired power plant in New England, the Merrimack Station, is set to close by June 2028, with plans to transform the site into a renewable energy park hosting solar power and battery storage systems. This comes as a victory for environmentalists after years of protests and a lawsuit alleging violations of the Clean Water Act. The closure is seen as a step towards cleaner air and water in New Hampshire and New England, making the region the second coal-free area in the country, although natural gas remains the primary energy source.