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Russia's data centre attacks aim to cripple Ukraine's civilian infrastructure
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of deliberately targeting the country's digital networks to disrupt everyday life. The strikes are designed to sever connectivity and hamper education and work across Ukraine, he said.
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Russia is systematically attacking Ukraine's data centres in a campaign to dismantle civilian access to essential services, according to President Zelensky. The strikes represent an escalation in Moscow's strategy to undermine ordinary Ukrainians' ability to maintain normal routines despite ongoing military operations.
Zelensky characterized the attacks as targeting fundamental aspects of daily life, including people's capacity to remain connected with one another, pursue education, and engage in work. By destroying digital infrastructure, Russian forces are attempting to compound the humanitarian toll of the conflict beyond direct military engagement.
The targeting of data centres represents a shift toward infrastructure warfare aimed at civilian populations. Such operations disrupt internet connectivity, telecommunications, and access to digital services that underpin modern economies and public administration.
Ukraine has repeatedly documented Russian strikes on critical infrastructure throughout the conflict. These attacks have previously affected energy systems, hospitals, and transportation networks, prompting international condemnation and assessments that they violate international humanitarian law governing armed conflict.