Kyiv resident Olena Konoplia has made the decision to relocate to Ukraine's countryside as Russian attacks on the city intensify and the threat of another harsh winter approaches. With Russia targeting Ukraine's power grid, many locals are left without electricity and heating, facing the reality of prolonged sub-zero temperatures.

Search for Safety

Olena shared with the BBC that she spent weeks searching for a suitable place to escape the city. Ultimately, she settled on a cottage in a rural community located two hours outside the capital.