Blackout
Communities are advised to prepare generators and set up Points of Invincibility nearby.
Due to the massive attack, consumers in Kyiv and six regions were left without power. The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant switched to diesel generators for the 15th time this year.
An attack on an oil refinery was recorded in Nizhnekamsk, and other energy facilities were targeted in another region. In Crimea, monitoring resources report a blackout.
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant lost external power for the sixteenth time this year. Backup generators supported critical systems, but their frequent use wears out the equipment.
Andrii Kovalenko stated that the war of attrition is exhausting Russia's capabilities. He also warned of the consequences of strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.
As of August 1, nearly 60% of residential buildings and more than 62% of social infrastructure facilities have been prepared. Backup power for heat and water supply has been secured for 75.6% of the requirement.
Since the start of the invasion, the Zaporizhzhia NPP has lost external power 26 times, including 14 incidents in 2026. Frequent switching to diesel generators wears down equipment and increases nuclear risks.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Ihor Klymenko met with the Ambassador of Japan, discussing the country’s possible participation in the Drone Deal initiative. The parties also touched on Ukraine’s energy security and reconstruction.
Kyiv authorities have begun compiling lists of residents with limited mobility for possible temporary relocation in winter in the event of prolonged heat outages. The decision was made following the experience of last winter; accommodation locations have not yet been determined.
On the night of August 12, in occupied Crimea, a series of explosions and a drone attack caused power supply disruptions in a number of cities. In particular, Yevpatoria, Saky, and Simferopol experienced complete power outages.
Ukraine has stopped reporting the number of Russian missiles due to security measures. Kyiv needs more interceptors from allies, especially Patriots.
Russia attacked Ukraine again with North Korean ballistic missiles; six people were killed in Zaporizhzhia. Zelenskyy called on the world to increase pressure on the Russian Federation to protect against aggression.
Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Poland are increasing the security of critical infrastructure amid fears that Russia may organize an attack using Ukrainian drones. Intelligence services warn of a possible provocation aimed at destabilizing NATO.
As a result of Russian attacks on Odesa, Kharkiv and other regions, there are people killed and injured, and the port and energy infrastructure have been damaged. Zelenskyy called for stronger sanctions and air defense.
Russia plans to launch a large-scale strike campaign against Kyiv’s energy infrastructure over the coming weeks. ISW analysts predict that the Russian Federation will use its strategic reserve of ballistic missiles to inflict maximum damage by August 24.
On August 8, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant twice lost external power supply, and its own needs were switched to diesel generators. Energoatom emphasizes the risks to nuclear safety due to the Russian occupation of the plant.
Due to the war in the Middle East, damage to refineries in the Persian Gulf and strikes on Russian refineries, Europe risks experiencing a diesel shortage. Fuel prices have already risen by nearly 40%, while stockpiles have fallen by 30%.
Testing of the Enguri Hydroelectric Power Plant showed that the units were in working order, while the blackouts in Georgia were caused by problems in the emergency automation system. Over two weeks, the country experienced three large-scale power outages.
Following the nighttime Russian attack, Kherson was left without electricity due to damage to a critical infrastructure facility. Energy workers promise to restore supply within several days.
The Cabinet of Ministers has completed an audit of the implementation of resilience plans, analyzing funding and the status of measures in the regions. The priorities are protecting the energy sector and providing backup heat supplies.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy identified three priorities for the winter during a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council: protection of critical infrastructure, shelters, and anti-ballistic capabilities. He also noted delays in some cities and regions.
SBS Commander Robert Brovdi reported that 13 energy hubs in the occupied territories were struck on August 4–5. The total number since the beginning of the operation has reached 201 hubs.
Cuba fully restored electricity supply after a nearly 36-hour blackout. The country's authorities blamed American sanctions and the oil blockade for the crisis.
First Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Denys Shmyhal stated that Russia is aimed at destroying the water supply in Ukraine. He emphasized that without water and sewage, it is difficult to survive more than three days.
On August 4, the Zaporizhzhia NPP lost external power supply and operated on diesel generators. Power was restored at 14:20, this is already the 12th blackout in 2026.
In July 2026, a prolonged blackout occurred in Crimea, leaving 1. 4 million subscribers without power simultaneously. The price of gasoline reached 269 rubles per liter, and food prices increased.
In July 2026, the business activity expectations index stood at 50. 1 points. Optimism is supported by international aid and consumer demand.
Law enforcement officers exposed an organized group that supplied low-quality coal to schools and hospitals during winter blackouts. Eight participants were notified of suspicion of embezzlement of budget funds.
In July, vegetables from the borscht set, including potatoes, carrots, and beets, rapidly became cheaper. At the same time, prices for some berries and greenhouse crops remain unstable due to weather conditions.
GNERC reported that the power outage in Georgia occurred due to a sudden disconnection from Azerbaijan's energy system. The investigation is ongoing in two directions, the SSB is checking the sabotage version.