“Millions at risk” – WHO on Ukraine winter

The lives of millions will be under threat in Ukraine this coming winter, as the country deals with critically damaged infrastructure.

Half of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure is either damaged or destroyed, and 10 million are currently without power.

Temperatures are predicted to plummet as low as -20C in some areas.

The WHO has documented 703 attacks on health infrastructure since Russia’s invasion began earlier this year.

Due to the attacks, hundreds of hospitals and healthcare facilities are “no longer fully operational.

The WHO now fears up to three million people could flee their homes in search of warmth and safety.