On October 8, as a result of Russian shelling in the Zaporizhzhia district, one person was injured and private houses were damaged. The city authorities reported partial problems with the power supply; energy workers will begin repairs after the security situation stabilizes.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has allowed booking, storing, and assigning car license plates through "Diia". The Ministry of Internal Affairs, together with the Ministry of Digital Transformation, plans to transfer all actions related to license plates to an electronic format.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko stated that the price of natural gas for the population and budgetary institutions will remain unchanged until March 31, 2026. This will ensure tariff stability throughout the heating season.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the Winter Preparedness Plan, which serves as a single roadmap for all ministries and services. It provides for the protection of energy facilities, the provision of equipment and material reserves, and a rapid response plan.
In Chernihiv region, 32 stationary and 6 mobile "Invincibility Points" are operating. More than 1,300 residents have already used their services, including children who receive support from UNICEF.
Due to Russian military aggression, part of Sumy district is without power. Energy workers are working to restore electricity supply after the night attack on infrastructure.
Russia attacked a factory in Donetsk region that enriches coal for thermal power plants. This is the third large-scale attack in a month and a half, the equipment is in disrepair, and the enterprise had to be mothballed.
The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reports that the Russian economy will face a prolonged slowdown, with GDP growth remaining at 0. 8-1% until 2028. This effectively means a recession due to high inflation, despite the Kremlin's statements about a "soft landing."
The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) called the EU's plans to ban the sale of internal combustion engine cars from 2035 "very tough. " It called for measures that would give manufacturers greater flexibility, warning that current plans are based on outdated assumptions.
EU ambassadors have approved the bloc's plan to end Russian oil and gas imports by 2028. This decision was made despite objections from Hungary and Slovakia.
The draft federal budget of Russia for 2026–2028 envisages a redistribution of resources from social programs to the military-industrial complex and security agencies. The maintenance of the Russian dictator will become more expensive, exceeding the annual budgets of some regions.
In Bilopillia, a Russian drone hit a power engineers' brigade car, no one was injured. Since the beginning of the invasion, 31 service vehicles of JSC "SUMYOBLENERGO" have been damaged by shelling.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is considering providing Ukraine with additional funding for gas purchases. This will help ensure the smooth passage of the 2025-2026 heating season, especially after Russia's intensified attacks on the energy system.
A number of crimes causing damages of over UAH 107 million have been uncovered in Chernihiv Oblast. 29 people have been notified of suspicion, including the head of one of the cities in Koriukivka Raion and the director of a state enterprise of the NAAS of Ukraine.
Turkey aims to meet more than half of its gas needs by 2028, using its own production and imports from the US. This could lead to a reduction in the role of Russia and Iran in the European gas market.
The SBU exposed and detained a truck driver who, under the guise of international transportation, worked for the FSB. He passed on to the enemy the coordinates of defense and critical infrastructure facilities for missile strikes.
Tesla has introduced new, more affordable versions of the Model 3 Standard at $36,990 and the Model Y Standard at $39,990 in the US, which is $5,500 and $5,000 less than previous prices, respectively. The discounts turned out to be smaller than analysts expected and do not compensate for the loss of tax benefits of $7,500.
Natalia Fedorovych, the former head of the Secretariat of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Commissioner for Human Rights, has been served with a notice of suspicion of official negligence. Her actions caused severe consequences to state interests for over UAH 1.5 million due to inflated rent for premises.
Russian troops attacked energy facilities in Chernihiv and Dnipropetrovsk regions. Power outage schedules are still in effect in Chernihiv region.
Russian occupiers are worsening the situation around the captured ZNPP, shelling the territory and blaming Ukraine. This indicates the final stage of ZNPP's reintegration with subsequent reconnection to Russian energy systems.
On the night of October 8, Russian occupiers attacked one of DTEK's thermal power plants, as a result of which two energy workers were wounded and equipment was seriously damaged. This is already the 200th shelling of DTEK's thermal power plant since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.
As a result of Russian drone attacks in the Chernihiv region, hits were recorded on railway facilities, an energy facility, an oil depot, and an administrative building. This led to fires and emergency power outages.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a telephone conversation with Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the need to intensify diplomatic initiatives to achieve a just peace in Ukraine. The leaders also discussed the situation in the Gaza Strip, bilateral relations, and energy cooperation.
Due to the Russian shelling of Poltava region on October 7, Ukrzaliznytsia announced changes in the movement of suburban trains. Some routes on October 8 will be temporarily suspended, delays are possible due to the use of reserve locomotives.
Russia is actively recruiting foreign military personnel due to record losses, enlisting Cubans, North Koreans, and migrants. Up to 25,000 Cubans could fight on Russia's side, making them the largest foreign contingent.
Naftogaz Group specialists have restored gas supply to 33,000 subscribers in Shostka and surrounding settlements. This happened after massive Russian attacks on the city's civilian infrastructure.
Vladimir Putin called his decisions of February 2022 correct and timely, claiming that the strategic initiative on the front belongs to Russia. He also announced the withdrawal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and instructed to ensure the safety of infrastructure.
Russian troops attacked the Bytytsia Starostat in Sumy region with a Lancet-type UAV, damaging the roof and windows. There are no casualties, and relevant services are working at the scene.
Ukraine's transmission system network is ready to transport increased volumes of electricity in winter, said Vitaliy Zaichenko, Chairman of the Board of NEC "Ukrenergo". He noted that protective structures have already been built at most substations, which have proven their effectiveness, but the risks of Russian shelling remain high.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the extradition of a Ukrainian suspected of involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline explosions is not in Poland's interest.
