Sevastopol residents in survival mode amid repeated drone attacks

Residents of Sevastopol experienced a blackout after a nighttime drone attack, leaving more than half a million people without electricity. The attack, which occurred early Wednesday, prompted Mayor Mikhail Razvozhayev to urge citizens to conserve mobile phone usage and only use devices when absolutely necessary.

In response to the disruption, kindergartens and recreation centers have been closed until further notice. This power outage adds to a growing list of challenges faced by the population in occupied Crimea. For weeks, obtaining fuel has been difficult, with gas stations no longer serving individuals and a black market flourishing. Water supply has also become problematic, and certain essential products are now in short supply.

The situation highlights the ongoing impact of the conflict on daily life in the region. The drone attack not only disrupts essential services like electricity but also compounds existing logistical and supply chain issues that have been affecting residents for some time.

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use their mobile phones only when absolutely necessary