Energy
OPEC+ is preparing to approve a small increase in oil production in December, in line with its strategy of gradually restoring volumes. The decision will be made at an online meeting on Sunday, despite falling oil prices and sanctions against Russian companies.
On November 1, 2025, the Defense Forces of Ukraine launched a fire strike on the infrastructure of the "RN-Tuapse Oil Refinery" in Russia's Krasnodar Krai. The oil loading infrastructure of the Russian sea trade port in Tuapse Bay was hit.
This week is filled with astrological shifts that could change the course of events. On November 5 at 3:19 PM, there will be a full moon in Taurus, which may bring emotional exhaustion and a financial crisis.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are forming a command for unmanned air defense systems. A concept for destroying enemy drones using helicopters is being developed, and light aircraft are also being involved.
As a result of Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy facilities, Donetsk Oblast is completely without power, and Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv Oblasts are partially without power. Energy company specialists have begun restoration work where the security situation allows.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced concrete agreements with partners regarding support for Ukraine's energy sector this winter. Russia used almost 1,500 attack drones, 1,170 guided aerial bombs, and over 70 missiles in a week.
Donetsk region was left without electricity due to enemy strikes on infrastructure. Power supply will be restored after repair work, as soon as it becomes possible.
The Russian army launched 270 missiles at Ukraine in October, which is 46% more than in September. This is the highest monthly figure since the beginning of 2023.
On the night of Sunday, November 2, the Russian city of Tuapse was attacked by drones, which led to powerful explosions. The Rosneft marine oil terminal was hit, port infrastructure was damaged, and a fire broke out.
On November 2, power outage schedules for household consumers and power limitations for industry will be in effect in Ukraine. This is due to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
After enemy attacks, power supply is temporarily absent in parts of Sumy district and Sumy. Hospitals and emergency services are operating, critical infrastructure is being switched to backup power.
The commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces, Robert Brovdi, announced preparations for strikes on Russia that could cause blackouts. He urged Russians to prepare for power and heat outages.
As a result of the Russian attack on Mykolaiv, the number of injured has risen to 19 people, including a 9-year-old girl. Four of the injured received outpatient care, while the others remain in the hospital.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the provision of 100% of funds for gas imports. Ukraine is counting on EU support and is negotiating with Norway and other European countries.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed the government to form a winter support package that will include direct aid, special programs for vulnerable groups, and the preservation of fixed prices for gas and electricity. The "UZ-3000" program from Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways) has also been announced, which will provide 3,000 km of free travel, and medical programs will be expanded starting in January.
Bulgaria is considering requesting an exemption from new US sanctions against Russian oil company Lukoil due to fears of fuel shortages. The sanctions could lead to the shutdown of the Burgas refinery, which supplies up to 80% of the country's fuel.
On November 1, a fire broke out in a private house in the village of Kamyanka, Korosten district, killing two women aged 66 and 49. Two other people, a woman with carbon monoxide poisoning and a man with lacerations, were hospitalized.
The Moldovan government, led by Alexandru Munteanu, was sworn in in the presence of President Maia Sandu and Speaker Igor Grosu. The head of state called on the new cabinet to focus on efficiency and continued reforms.
The Russian economy is entering a phase where official statistics no longer conceal the scale of problems, losing its ability to generate profits in traditionally strong sectors. The net profit of enterprises for the first eight months of 2025 decreased by 8.3%, and the share of problem borrowers among legal entities reached 23%.
As a result of a ballistic missile strike on Mykolaiv, one person was killed and 15 were injured, including a child. A gas station and cars were damaged.
Lithuania and Russia are negotiating the extension of the gas transit agreement to the Kaliningrad region, which expires in December 2025. Lithuania receives approximately 12 million euros in revenue annually for gas transit.
On October 31, 2025, as a result of a special operation by the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, the "Koltsevoy" oil product pipeline in the Ramensky district of the Moscow region was disabled. The facility supplied the Russian army with gasoline, diesel fuel, and aviation fuel.
On November 1, the enemy attacked Mykolaiv, resulting in injuries. In the Poltava region, after the attack, a fire broke out at a gas production facility.
From November 1, new rules for processing mobilization deferrals through "Reserve+" or ASCs are being introduced in Ukraine. Also, from November 5, martial law and general mobilization have been extended until February 3, 2026.
An explosion occurred at the HF Sinclair Navajo Refinery in New Mexico. Three people were taken to the hospital, and there is no threat to public safety.
The National Assembly of Bulgaria approved a bill to suspend the export of oil products to European Union member states. This decision is motivated by the need to ensure the country's energy security and the stability of the domestic fuel market.
Canada is accelerating the payment of the final installment of its US$70 million contribution to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund. This funding is part of nearly $22 billion in aid the country has provided to Kyiv.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russian shelling of Ukrainian NPP substations could not have happened without the involvement of Rosatom specialists. The IAEA confirmed damage to substations that ensure the safe operation of Ukrainian nuclear power plants.
Since the beginning of the year, Ukrainian forces have carried out over 160 attacks on the enemy's fuel infrastructure. Hundreds of operations have also been conducted against the Russian war machine.
American actor Harrison Ford criticized US President Donald Trump for his attacks on measures to address the climate crisis, calling him one of the worst criminals in history. Ford stated that Trump's policy aimed at dismantling climate initiatives scares him to death.