Electricity
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 YouControl platform has published financial data of Ukrainian enterprises for Q3 2025. 61,387 companies submitted their reports, with five state-owned enterprises among the top earners.
A large-scale fire broke out in a hotel in the village of Polianytsia, Ivano-Frankivsk region; about 70 people were evacuated. According to preliminary information, there are no casualties.
Economist Andriy Novak predicts a rise in prices for traditional holiday products due to increased demand and production costs. He advises Ukrainians to look for promotional offers to save money.
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.
The Pension Fund of Ukraine has recalculated the amounts of housing subsidies for the 2025-2026 heating season. The payment for October was made in November, taking into account heating from October 16.
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.
The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi in Vietnam has risen by five, while in the Philippines the storm has claimed at least 188 lives. The typhoon caused destruction and power outages in central Vietnam, where further floods and landslides are expected.
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.
Ukraine's Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna announced "positive" negotiations regarding the acquisition of Tomahawk missiles and other long-range weapons. This comes despite Donald Trump expressing reluctance to supply them to Ukraine.
SBU counterintelligence detained a Russian agent who tried to blow up a railway route of the Defense Forces in Kharkiv region. The detained 54-year-old mechanic, recruited through anti-Ukrainian comments, received instructions and 8 kg of plastic explosives via a drone.
Ford is considering abandoning the electric version of the F-150 Lightning pickup truck as it has faced difficulties due to high prices and limited range. The company plans to focus on smaller and cheaper electric vehicles.
164 combat engagements took place at the front, the hottest being in the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and South-Slobozhansky directions. Ukrainian defenders are holding back Russian troops' attempts to advance deeper into Ukrainian territory.
DTEK announced the electricity outage schedules for household consumers on November 7 in Kyiv and certain regions of Ukraine. Power will be turned off in turns, covering different time intervals throughout the day.
Russian occupiers continue to attack Dnipropetrovsk region, particularly energy infrastructure facilities, which has resulted in casualties and significant destruction. The head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Council announced possible new attacks on the night of November 7, urging residents of the region to prepare.
On November 7, consumption restriction measures will be applied in most regions of Ukraine due to the consequences of Russian attacks. Hourly outage schedules will be in effect from 08:00 to 21:00 for household consumers, and from 08:00 to 22:00 for industrial consumers.
An explosion of a charging station occurred in an office building in Ivano-Frankivsk, causing a fire over an area of 20 m². Two people were injured, 40 were evacuated, and the fire was extinguished.
93 combat engagements were recorded in a day, the enemy intensified in the north and east. The occupiers are unsuccessfully storming in several directions, with most attacks in Pokrovsk.
As a result of the Russian attack on November 6 in the Dnipropetrovsk region, eight coal mines were de-energized, where 2,595 miners were located. Rescuers promptly brought all people to the surface; there were no dead or injured.
Partisans from the "Freedom of Russia" movement destroyed control systems and power supply of dozens of vehicles that provided transportation of military cargo.
Leading Chinese air taxi developer EHang plans to transport passengers from airports to major cities for as little as $30. This will be possible through the operation of unmanned eVTOLs, which have received approval from the air traffic regulator for commercial operation.
President Zelenskyy emphasized the inadequacy of the current pressure on Russia after another attack by 135 UAVs, calling on the West to strengthen sanctions and use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine. He stressed that the aggressor's money should work to protect against his war.
Russia again attacked energy infrastructure in Kharkiv and Chernihiv regions. Power outage schedules are in effect throughout Ukraine from 8 AM to 10 PM.
As a result of the night attack on the railway infrastructure of Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kharkiv regions, trains in the eastern direction are moving on altered routes with delays of up to 5 hours. There are no casualties, but the damage has affected train traffic, including services to Husarivka and international routes.
In Volgograd and Kostroma Oblast, Russia reports night drone attacks. A local oil refinery and the Kostroma State District Power Plant were attacked, and authorities are addressing the consequences.