Amid intensified Russian strikes in Kyiv, residents like Olena Konoplia are relocating to the countryside to seek safety and survive the looming winter.
Konoplia, a Kyiv resident, spent weeks searching for a suitable locale before settling on a quiet cottage two hours outside the capital.
She chose a village free of factories, warehouses and railway stations, hoping the isolation would shield her from the relentless shelling.
According to the BBC, Russia has been targeting Ukraine's power grid, leaving civilians without electricity and heating—an added threat as sub‑zero temperatures approach.
As residents brace for harsh winter conditions, stories like Konoplia's highlight the urgent need for stability and basic utilities amid the ongoing conflict.
