Emergency power outage schedules have been introduced in the Kyiv region due to network overload and frosts. Outage schedules are not in effect, the situation is complicated.
Since the beginning of the week, Russia has used more than 1,300 attack drones, about 1,050 guided aerial bombs, and 29 missiles against Ukraine. President Zelenskyy called for increased aid to Ukraine and pressure on the aggressor.
As a result of enemy shelling of Zaporizhzhia district, power went out in Vilniansk, and a fire broke out. The city's critical infrastructure is operating on generators.
Additional power crews from other regions began working in Kyiv today to restore electricity supply. Work is underway to return heat to about 100 buildings, and more than 60 generators are being prepared for transfer.
Kyiv has updated its curfew rules, allowing people to reach 'Points of Invincibility' or their homes on foot or by transport. 'Points of Invincibility' will now operate 24/7, but documents are required.
In Kyiv, work is underway to restore heat supply to 102 residential buildings after the Russian attack on January 9 and the frosts. The biggest problems are in the Holosiivskyi and Shevchenkivskyi districts, with 16 repair crews involved.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is preparing strikes on Ukrainian energy and infrastructure, including nuclear power plant facilities. He emphasized that every strike on energy infrastructure in winter weakens the efforts of states to end the war.
The GUR reports that Russia is considering an option to attack power transmission substations that ensure the operation of Ukrainian nuclear power plants. The goal is to force Ukraine to capitulate and increase pressure on Europe.
Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov stated that critical infrastructure in the city has sustained significant damage as a result of Russian strikes. Recovery will be difficult and prolonged due to constant shelling.
Ukraine has imported 5. 7 billion cubic meters of gas to compensate for production losses due to Russian attacks. Parameters for further imports for the heating season have been determined.
President Zelenskyy held an energy meeting, discussing the elimination of the consequences of Russian strikes and increasing the resilience of cities. The most difficult situation is in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and their regions.
Russia launched another, the sixth this week, attack on Naftogaz Group's gas production facilities. The attacks negatively affect gas production volumes, forcing an increase in imports.
After the massive Russian attack on January 9, about 50 buildings in Kyiv remain without heating. Previously, 6,000 buildings were without heat supply.
A blackout occurred in Mariupol on January 16 after a drone strike on the Azovska substation. Most of the city was left without electricity and heating, and power problems also affected nearby settlements.
In Kyiv, 67 high-rise buildings remain without heating after the massive attack on January 9. Utility workers and energy specialists are working to restore infrastructure amid emergency blackouts.
Ukrzaliznytsia is dimming external lighting at railway stations in Lviv, Dnipro, Odesa, Kyiv, and Kharkiv to save electricity. Invincibility Points continue to operate as usual.
The new Minister of Energy, Denys Shmyhal, presented anti-crisis measures to overcome the consequences of blackouts. Experts assess these decisions as quick managerial gestures that do not solve systemic problems.
Germany is providing Ukraine with an additional aid package of 60 million euros. The funds will be used for winter and energy support, strengthening heating systems.
The government has allowed regions to implement flexible curfew rules during an energy emergency. Kyiv may be the first city where these changes are introduced.
About 100 high-rise buildings in Kyiv are still without heating after the massive attack on January 9. Utility workers are repairing the infrastructure around the clock, but the energy supply situation remains difficult.
Operators of line 112 recorded over 4,000 calls from all regions regarding problems with heating and electricity. These reports are already being processed by the relevant services.
Additional generation sources are heading to Kyiv to provide heat and electricity. There are also agreements on additional cogeneration units for the capital.
The government has decided to classify houses with electric heating as critical infrastructure. This means that they will not be disconnected from electricity supply, except in emergency situations.
First Deputy Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said he works in a jacket due to the cold in his office. Earlier, after the Russian attack, there was no heating or water in one of the committees of the Verkhovna Rada.
In Ukraine, curfew rules have been eased for access to "invincibility points" and heating centers. It is allowed to go out without passes and use transport, police will intensify patrolling.
Denys Shmyhal instructed the Kyiv authorities to promptly make decisions regarding the response to the emergency situation in the energy sector. Among the tasks are – changing the rules of movement of citizens during curfew and restricting advertising lighting.
Great Britain is providing £20 million to restore Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This funding is aimed at repairing and protecting energy facilities damaged by Russian attacks.
Educational ombudsman Nadiia Leshchyk proposed making up for extended winter break classes by canceling spring breaks or extending studies into June 2026. This is due to unstable electricity supply and the inability to conduct effective online learning.
The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced a set of measures in connection with the emergency situation in the energy sector caused by massive Russian shelling. In particular, the Ministry of Education and the Kyiv City State Administration (KMDA) should extend or establish winter holidays until February 1, 2026.
Following a Russian strike on Kharkiv, over 400,000 people were left without electricity and heating, President Zelenskyy reported.
