Wide Ukraine Electricity Outages As Crews Struggle To Repair Damage From Russian Attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky continued urging stronger Western pressure on the Kremlin as casualties mounted from the newest Russian strikes and power outages spread across the country. Authorities worked under severe conditions to restore Ukraine’s power grid heavily damaged by air attacks.

Nationwide Power Reductions

On November 9, the state energy provider Ukrenergo reported that power was reduced in many regions for between eight and sixteen hours. The company noted that similar restrictions were planned for November 10 due to the severe damage inflicted on energy infrastructure.

"The reason for the introduction of restrictions is the consequences of massive Russian missile and drone attacks on energy facilities," the company said.

"It is difficult to recall such a large number of direct strikes on energy facilities since the beginning of the invasion," Ukrenergo spokeswoman Svitlana Hrynchuk told Ukrainian media.

Efforts To Restore Power

Zelensky, in his nightly video address, emphasized that repair teams were working continuously across most regions to stabilize the system.

"Repair crews are working almost around the clock in most regions," he said. "Restoration efforts are ongoing, and although the situation is difficult, thousands of people are involved in stabilizing the system and repairing the damage."

Escalation Ahead Of Winter

Even before the arrival of winter, Russia had intensified its campaign to target Ukraine’s energy network, including power grids, gas facilities, and pipelines, with the aim of freezing and demoralizing the population.

Author’s summary: Widespread blackouts hit Ukraine as crews race to restore power after intensified Russian missile and drone strikes on energy facilities.

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty — 2025-11-09