The governor of Belgorod region reported damage to the dam of the Belgorod reservoir. In case of repeated damage, flooding is possible, threatening about 1,000 residents.
Astrologer Ksenia Bazylenko predicts the week of October 27 to November 2 as a period of intense energy flows, which will bring an exacerbation of conflicts and possible technical failures. Financial tensions and price increases are expected, as well as emotional outbursts in relationships.
Suburban trains from Chernihiv and Sumy regions are running with delays of up to 1. 5 hours due to voltage fluctuations in the network. In particular, train No. 6913 Nizhyn – Kyiv-Volynskyi is delayed by 40 minutes, and No. 6542 Altynivka – Neplyuieve – by 1.5 hours.
In Russia's Volgograd region, authorities claimed to have repelled a massive drone attack, but debris damaged the Balashovska power substation and a private building. This marks the second strike on the station, which is crucial for transmitting electricity and supplying several regions.
On October 25, power outages will be in effect in Ukraine from 07:00 to 23:00, affecting 1 to 2 queues. Restrictions will also apply to industrial consumers from 08:00 to 23:00.
The Kyiv Funicular's operation has been temporarily suspended due to a lack of electricity supply. The city is experiencing scheduled power outages, which has affected public transport operations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Great Britain for its support and stated that Putin is pushing Ukraine towards a "humanitarian catastrophe. "
Today, electricity outage schedules are in effect in 12 regions from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM due to Russian attacks that caused blackouts in three regions. Electricity consumption remains high, so "Ukrenergo" calls for economical use of electrical appliances.
In Chernihiv region, the situation with electricity supply remains difficult due to daily shelling, with the Koriukivka community being the most affected. Energy workers are actively working on restoration, blackout schedules are in effect, and issues with communication and water supply are also being resolved.
German Economy Minister Katharina Reiche arrived in Kyiv to discuss the restoration of Ukraine's energy infrastructure and the expansion of German-Ukrainian defense cooperation. She promised to explore how Germany can provide more concrete support in this area.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official exchange rate of the dollar at 41. 89 hryvnias, and the euro at 48.55 hryvnias. In the cash market, the dollar remained unchanged, while in banks, the rates fluctuate.
Train traffic in Kirovohrad, Kharkiv, and Sumy regions was complicated on October 24 due to infrastructure damage and traffic restrictions. Combined transportation, backup traction, and bypass routes are being used, leading to delays of up to 2 hours for some services.
On the night of October 24, the Russian army attacked the Kirovohrad region, hitting critical infrastructure facilities in the Novoukrainskyi district. As a result of the shelling, 19 settlements were left without electricity; there were no casualties.
In Ukraine, the installation of solar power plants in medical facilities continues in preparation for winter and to strengthen energy autonomy. In Sambir, a 55.68 kW solar power plant was installed on the roof of the city hospital, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of critical infrastructure.
DTEK has published electricity outage schedules for household consumers in Kyiv on October 24. The outages will occur in turns, covering different time intervals throughout the day.
On October 24, measures to limit electricity consumption will be applied in certain regions of Ukraine. Blackouts will occur from 07:00 to 23:00, affecting 1.5 to 2.5 queues of consumers.
President Zelenskyy met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss energy protection and SAFE defense projects. They also raised the issue of using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.
Iran is experiencing its deepest socio-economic crisis in recent years, with projected GDP growth of only 0. 3% in 2025 and inflation exceeding 40%. This is due to a sharp reduction in oil exports caused by international sanctions and structural problems in the economy.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy held a series of meetings with European leaders during the EU Summit in Brussels.
The National Bank of Ukraine expects an increase in the number of Ukrainians abroad by 200,000 people, some of whom are men aged 18-22. This will not create critical risks for the economy and will not significantly affect the labor market.
The National Bank of Ukraine revised its economic growth forecast for 2025, lowering it to 1. 9% from 2.1%. This is due to the energy deficit caused by Russian shelling and damage to the gas production system.
After a month-long outage, the IAEA confirmed the restoration of external power supply to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. One of the lines remains under repair, and the agency continues to work on its restoration.
The National Bank improved its inflation forecast for the current year to 9. 2%, while lowering Ukraine's GDP forecast for 2025 to 1.9%. Consumer inflation slowed to 11.9% in September, but it will be constrained by business costs and rising administratively regulated prices.
The International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed the completion of repairs to the 750 kV Dniprovska line to the Zaporizhzhia NPP within the framework of a local ceasefire. The IAEA continues to coordinate with both sides on further repairs to the 330 kV Ferosplavna line.
The minister announced that energy workers are forced to apply hourly power outage schedules. This applies to 12 regions of the country.
Due to the threat of a Russian attack, train traffic in the Sumy direction is complicated, and there is no voltage in the contact network in certain sections. Two railway workers were injured and hospitalized.
Peru's Council of Ministers has declared a 30-day state of emergency in Lima and Callao. This will allow for increased coordination between security agencies and combat rising crime.
DTEK announced the electricity shutdown schedules for household consumers in Kyiv on October 23. The shutdowns will occur in queues, covering different time intervals throughout the day.
Explosions rocked a plastics factory in Chelyabinsk Oblast, with eyewitnesses reporting a fire.
On October 23, from 07:00 to 23:00, rolling blackouts will be applied in most regions of Ukraine, affecting up to three queues simultaneously. This applies to both household and industrial consumers.
