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Ukraine Faces Deepening Power Shortages After Russian Strikes

A resident shows a journalist where a Russian drone struck the roof of an apartment building, depriving its residents of water, heat and electricity, in Kyiv. Ukraine is confronting one of its most severe energy shortfalls since the start of the full‑scale invasion, with the country currently able to supply only about 60% of its electricity needs. A new wave of Russian missile and drone attacks has heavily damaged power plants and transmission infrastructure across multiple regions, pushing the grid to the brink. Officials report that nearly every major power‑generating facility has been hit in recent weeks. Cities such as Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odesa, and Dnipro have experienced rolling blackouts, leaving millions of residents coping with limited heating, lighting, and communications during the winter season. Ukraine’s government has warned that the situation remains extremely challenging. Engineers are working around the clock to repair damaged facilities, but repeated strikes have slowed...
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Mark Carney Lands in Rome for Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Rome, Italy, ahead of the inaugural mass for Pope Leo XIV Carney, a devout Cathol, touched down in the Italian capital on Saturday morning, following an overnight flight from Ottawa. 

Upon arrival, Carney was greeted by Canadian Ambassador to Italy Elissa Goldberg, Canada’s Ambassador to the Holy See Joyce Napier, and officials from the Italian government and the Vatican. His visit marks his first official trip to the Vatican, as he was unable to attend the funeral of Pope Francis due to the Canadian federal election. 

Carney is expected to meet with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Italian President Sergio Mattarella later in the day, with discussions likely to focus on trade, commerce, and cultural ties ahead of the G7 summit in Canada next month. 

Accompanying Carney is a delegation of 13 Liberal MPs, including former cabinet minister Jean-Yves Duclos, Nova Scotia MP Jaime Battiste, and Ottawa MPs Mona Fortier and Marie-France Lalonde. Also part of the delegation are Senators Toni Varone and Tony Loffreda, as well as Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse and Métis National Council President Victoria Pruden. 

The inaugural mass for Pope Leo XIV is scheduled for Sunday, drawing world leaders and dignitaries from across the globe. Carney’s presence underscores Canada’s commitment to maintaining strong diplomatic ties with the Vatican while also reflecting his personal faith and leadership.

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