Ukraine continues to eliminate the consequences of a massive Russian strike on critical infrastructure, and heat and water supply are being restored. The situation in the energy system after the attack remains difficult, with hourly blackouts applied in 13 regions and Kyiv.
The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has revealed new details of a large-scale corruption scheme in Ukraine's energy sector. The criminal organization systematically received 10-15% kickbacks from Energoatom's contractors for avoiding payment blocking.
At EICMA 2025, Honda unveiled its first full-size electric motorcycle, the WN7, which develops a peak power of 50 kW (67 hp) and has a range of 140 km. The motorcycle is equipped with a frameless chassis, where the battery is the central structural element.
NABU has released part of the recordings in a large-scale corruption case in the energy sector. In the audio, the suspects discuss corruption schemes and threats from anti-corruption bodies.
The former Minister of Energy, who currently heads the Ministry of Justice, and the current head of the Ministry of Energy may lose their positions, said MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak.
Tropical Typhoon Fung-wong, having intensified into a "super typhoon," caused two deaths in the Philippines, as well as flooding and destruction. Over 1.4 million residents of the region were displaced, and the storm is moving towards Taiwan, weakening.
The Ministry of Energy and NPC "Ukrenergo" reported new damage to the energy sector as a result of Russian strikes. Electricity consumption remains high, so hourly outage schedules are being applied.
The activities of a high-level criminal organization in the energy sector have been documented.
New data indicates millions of tons of Russian oil were transshipped through a port partly owned by Macquarie Bank, with potential sales to Australian companies. Australia has imported over 3 million tons of Russian-origin petroleum products since 2023 through third countries, creating loopholes in sanctions.
Brent crude futures rose to $64. 08 a barrel, and US WTI crude to $60.23. This happened amid expectations of a quick end to the US shutdown, which could increase oil demand.
Three drones were spotted over the Doel nuclear power plant in Belgium, which did not affect its operation. This happened after a series of similar incidents with drones over military facilities and airports in Belgium and other European countries.
Sumy region was subjected to another Russian attack on November 9, the Romny community came under fire. Large-scale fires broke out, houses were damaged, but there were no casualties.
Khmelnytskyi and Rivne nuclear power plants reduced electricity production. This happened after Russia's night attack on an electrical substation critical for nuclear safety.
Elon Musk stated that traditional money may disappear, and the value of goods and services will be measured in units of energy. At the same time, the billionaire advised shareholders to "hold on to Tesla shares."
Deputy Minister of Energy Roman Andarak stated that the restoration of the destroyed TPPs of "Centrenergo" will take time, and the pace of repairs depends on the extent of damage and the availability of equipment. Specialists are assessing the scale of destruction, and it is currently difficult to make predictions regarding restoration timelines.
During the conversation between the President of Ukraine and a journalist from the British publication The Guardian, the lights went out in the Mariinsky Palace in the capital. Zelenskyy noted that "these are our living conditions."
Ukraine expects the European Union to prepare the content of the 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions within a month. Kyiv proposes to add Russian legal entities and individuals who profit from energy resources to the sanctions list.
On Monday, November 10, measures to limit electricity consumption are planned in Ukraine, with 2 to 4 queues to be disconnected. The reason is the consequences of massive Russian missile and drone attacks on energy facilities.
As a result of enemy attacks on Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovsk region, an educational institution was destroyed, and houses and a gas station were damaged. An 83-year-old woman sustained shrapnel wounds.
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.
Three enemy drones attacked a Ukrainian biomass CHP plant on the night of November 9. Project co-founder Andriy Hrynenko reported that there were no casualties.
The Ukrainian cruise missile FP-5 "Flamingo" has a flight range of up to 3,000 km, which is twice that of the American "Tomahawk. " Its main advantage is that Ukraine can use it without the permission of allies to strike Russian territory.
In Odesa, people got stuck on one of Ukraine's highest rides, the Power Tower. This is not the first incident involving this ride, which is 60 meters high.
On November 6, large-caliber bullets hit the facade and glazing of the 8th floor of the M. A. Semashko Clinical Hospital in Simferopol. This happened during the repulsion of a drone attack on an oil depot in the village of Bitumne; there were no casualties.
This move could unlock funding for Kyiv as the EU seeks ways to secure a loan without the risk of non-repayment.
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.
On the night of November 9, the local thermal power plant in Russian Voronezh was attacked, which led to a power outage in a number of houses. The governor of the Voronezh region reported a missile threat.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that Donald Trump promised financial assistance in case of pressure on the Hungarian economy. Hungary also received an exemption from sanctions on Russian oil and gas, committing to purchase American liquefied natural gas.
The 330 kV Ferosplavna-1 power transmission line has been connected to the Zaporizhzhia NPP, providing backup power for the first time in six months. This is an important step for nuclear safety, confirmed by IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.
