"Painful experience": German minister hid in shelter during Russian attack on Kyiv

Katherina Reiche, German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, had to take shelter during Russian strikes on Kyiv on the night of 24-25 October.

Source: German news agency dpa, as reported by European Pravda

Details: Reiche said it was a "painful experience" for her.

She added that large-scale Russian attacks have become a sad part of everyday life for Ukrainians.

"This night once again clearly showed me that Russian attacks on the Ukrainian population are aimed at wearing them down," the minister said.

Background:

• Reiche arrived in Kyiv on 24 October with an economic delegation for a visit that will last several days.
• She said attacks on electricity and heating supplies shortly before winter pose a danger.
• The minister promised Ukraine support in restoring damaged energy infrastructure and stated that Germany will not abandon the Ukrainian people.
• At least two people were killed and 12 injured as a result of the Russian attack on Kyiv on the night of 24-25 October.

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