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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Ukraine received almost all military aid from the Alliance. Partner support is critically important for Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy accepted the US proposal to hold the next round of negotiations to end the war, where the issue of territory will be discussed. Ukraine may approve a peace proposal through a parliamentary vote or a national referendum.
The Swiss Federal Council has approved an aid package for Ukraine worth up to 32 million Swiss francs to overcome the energy crisis. The aid includes 18 gas power generation modules and 80 diesel generators.
The President held a conference call regarding ongoing Russian attacks. Instructions were given to strengthen infrastructure protection and ensure the heat package program.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a resolution calling on the International Olympic Committee to allow Ukrainian athletes to use symbols honoring those killed by Russian aggression. This came after Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was banned from competing in a helmet featuring portraits of deceased athletes.
In Ukraine, the procedure for physical identification of pensioners has been reinstated, which has caused discussions due to the suspension of payments to hundreds of thousands of people. This procedure, which was in effect before the COVID-19 pandemic, aims to prevent fraud and double payments, especially for those in occupied territories or abroad.
After shelling, consumers in Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Dnipropetrovsk regions are without power. A difficult situation with energy supply is observed in Kyiv and Odesa regions.
On the night of February 11, Russia's Volgograd region was attacked by drones, causing a fire at an industrial enterprise and damage to the residential sector. The governor confirmed the raid on infrastructure facilities, noting no casualties.
The Russian army attacked an infrastructure facility in Zaporizhzhia with a drone, causing a large-scale fire. More than 11,000 subscribers in two districts of the city were left without electricity.
The situation in Kyiv is difficult due to low temperatures, but the blackout schedules are being maintained. Ukraine is strengthening cooperation with partners to obtain equipment and spare parts.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of Moldova Alexandru Munteanu. They discussed the consequences of Russian shelling of energy infrastructure and the common path to EU membership.
On February 11, scheduled power outages and capacity restrictions will be applied in all regions of Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Over 200,000 Kyiv residents have already used the 211 mobile Invincibility Points of the State Emergency Service, deployed in 108 locations. These points provide warmth, food, and assistance, especially during power outages.
As a result of Russia's night strikes on Odesa region's energy infrastructure, over 95,000 residents were left without electricity. The most difficult situation is in Kiliya, where 9,000 people are without gas and heating.
On February 10, President Zelenskyy held a selector meeting on energy, discussing the situation in Sumy, Kharkiv, and Poltava regions. He also emphasized the delayed reaction of the authorities in the Dnipropetrovsk region and the need to strengthen drone protection.
Due to enemy attacks, consumers in Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa regions are without power. Throughout the country, hourly and emergency power outage schedules are in effect.
On the morning of February 10, 2026, Russian occupiers attacked the Sumy community, injuring a 12-year-old girl and her 9-year-old brother. Their lives are not in danger.
During the night, the enemy attacked Odesa region's energy infrastructure, causing damage and a fire. Some settlements were left without power, and specialists are working to restore it.
Cuba has been left without oil imports for the first time in a decade due to the cessation of supplies by Mexico and the tightening of the US blockade. This has caused a critical fuel shortage and a humanitarian crisis on the island.
The Vatican delivered humanitarian aid to Ukraine, including 80 generators, medicines, and food. This is a response to appeals from local bishops due to the critical energy supply situation and frosts.
Kyiv region received 509 generators from international partners, which are installed at critical infrastructure facilities. The region operates 4636 generators with a total capacity of over 100 MW.
Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal announced complex electricity supply schedules for Tuesday and Wednesday due to low temperatures. He also mentioned a review of the list of critical infrastructure facilities and increased control over electricity distribution.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new programs to support people and communities, including expanding opportunities for private homeowners regarding autonomous power supply. The government will also make it easier for condominiums to purchase generators and other equipment.
Heat supply has been restored in the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv. However, as of the morning of February 8, 1126 buildings in the Darnytskyi and Dniprovskyi districts remained without heat.
On February 10, scheduled power outages will be in effect throughout Ukraine. Emergency blackouts are possible in some regions due to the consequences of Russian attacks.
Today, an additional 9 MW of capacity is planned to be launched in Kyiv. This will help stabilize the electricity supply after Russian attacks.
The new Ukrainian Football Cup trophy will be manufactured before the start of the quarter-final matches. It is already ready; only the decoration remains.
Russia continues targeted strikes on civilian railway infrastructure, focusing on Chernihiv and Sumy regions. Specifically, in Konotop, a UAV hit a locomotive, near Tereshchenska the track was damaged, and at Snovsk station a diesel train was hit.
President Zelenskyy called Kyiv the most difficult city after massive Russian strikes, where over 1,400 high-rise buildings remain without heating. He also reported on efforts to increase electricity imports and the need to strengthen the protection of nuclear facilities.
Due to hostilities and shelling, parts of Sumy, Dnipro, and Kharkiv regions are without electricity. Nuclear generation is partially unloaded after massive Russian attacks.