Ukrenergo announced the need to cut 70% of electricity in Kyiv in the afternoon of November 9. From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, outages are being applied to 4 queues simultaneously in the capital.
Energy workers are gradually stabilizing and restoring the operation of thermal power plants after Russia's massive ballistic missile attack, but the electricity deficit persists. Hourly blackouts are being applied in most regions of Ukraine, with the most difficult situation in Kharkiv, Sumy, and Poltava regions.
Russian troops carried out 44 shellings of Chernihiv region on November 8 and 9, 73 explosions were recorded. The enemy attacked an energy infrastructure facility in Koriukivka and an enterprise with drones.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia attacked substations supplying electricity to the Khmelnytskyi and Rivne nuclear power plants. He called for an urgent meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors.
Kharkiv is experiencing a power shortage, with some districts remaining without electricity due to damage to energy infrastructure. "Kharkivoblenergo" is carrying out emergency repairs, city services are coordinating actions and connecting backup power sources.
In October 2025, Russia launched 5,300 attack drones at Ukraine, which is less than 5,500 in September 2025. The decrease in the number of attacks is likely due to deteriorating weather conditions, as well as a decrease in the rate of long-range aviation bombing.
After a massive enemy attack in Sumy, water supply will be provided on a schedule with reduced pressure, and communication is gradually being restored. Medical facilities are operating normally, provided with backup power.
On November 9, in most regions of Ukraine, from 00:00 to 23:59, measures to limit electricity consumption will be applied in the amount of 2 to 4 queues. Power limitation schedules for industrial consumers will also be in effect.
Ukrzaliznytsia denies reducing train traffic in Poltava region, despite infrastructure damage. The company assures that all train traffic is maintained and infrastructure is being restored.
The enemy launched the most massive attack on Ukrainian thermal power plants since the beginning of the war, completely destroying generation. This happened less than a month after the previous strike.
As a result of the Russian night attack on Kyiv region, 5 people were injured: a man and 4 women, one of whom underwent surgery for a shrapnel wound to the thigh. 20 private houses, three cars, and outbuildings in Vyshhorod district were damaged, as well as one private house in Boryspil district.
In Kremenchuk, after the Russian attack, water supply is carried out according to a schedule using generators. Hospitals, mobile communications and bakeries use backup power, and heat supply is gradually being restored.
Emergency power outages have been introduced in Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast. This decision was made on the command of Ukrenergo due to the difficult situation in the energy system.
Russia attacked energy infrastructure in 5 regions of Ukraine overnight, leading to blackouts in 8 regions. The situation is particularly difficult in Kharkiv, Sumy and Poltava regions.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko reported on Russia's night attack on critical infrastructure in Kyiv and 8 regions. In Dnipro, a strike drone hit a residential building, killing one person and injuring 10.
On the night of November 8, the Russian army attacked the energy infrastructure of Poltava region, injuring one person. Emergency power, water, and heat outages have been introduced in some cities in the region.
In Kharkiv, metro train traffic has been temporarily suspended due to electricity supply interruptions. Stations are operating as shelters, and ground transport has been reoriented to carry passengers.
Russia again attacked Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leading to emergency power outages in several regions. Rescuers and energy workers will restore supplies after the situation stabilizes.
On the night of November 8, emergency power outages were introduced in Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Cherkasy, and Kirovohrad regions. Power outage schedules are not in effect, and consumers are urged to use electricity wisely.
On the evening of November 7, the Russian army attacked Odesa region with attack drones. As a result of the attack, an energy infrastructure facility in the south of the region was damaged.
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Throughout Ukraine tomorrow, November 8, forced restrictions on electricity supply are being introduced due to damage to energy infrastructure. Hourly shutdown schedules will be in effect from 08:00 to 21:00, and for industrial consumers – from 07:00 to 22:00.
The head of the Estonian Defense Forces Intelligence Center, Colonel Ants Kiviselg, stated that the change in weather did not affect the course of the war, and Russia is preparing new winter strikes on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure. The front line remains stable, but the Russian Federation continues to pressure Ukrainian positions, especially around Pokrovsk.
Naftogaz Group and Polish company ORLEN have signed agreements for the supply of at least 300 million cubic meters of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US. This will contribute to diversifying supply routes and strengthening Europe's energy security.
The Ministry of Health has provided recommendations for storing medicines during power outages. It is important to observe temperature regimes, use thermal containers, and check your first aid kit supplies in advance.
DTEK updated power outage schedules for November 7 for household consumers in Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Kyiv regions. At the same time, DTEK noted that updated information would be published in case of changes.
On November 7, electricity consumption shows an upward trend. Hourly blackouts are applied in most regions of Ukraine: a significant number of consumers in Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk regions remain without power.
On the night of November 7, Russian troops attacked a DTEK energy facility in Odesa region, causing significant damage. All buildings were promptly re-energized using backup schemes, and repairs will take a long time.
On November 7, Russian occupiers attacked energy infrastructure in Odesa, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions. In most regions of Ukraine, hourly power outage schedules are applied from 08:00 to 21:00.
In Odesa region, as a result of a night attack by enemy drones, energy infrastructure was damaged. Hits were also recorded on warehouses and an administrative building, with no casualties.
