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

Wide Ukraine Electricity Outages After Russian Attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged stronger Western pressure on the Kremlin as the death toll rose from recent Russian attacks, while authorities faced challenges restoring power to affected areas.

Power Cuts Across Ukraine

Kyiv and many Ukrainian regions experienced extensive power outages on November 9 due to damage caused by Russian air strikes on energy infrastructure. The state energy provider, Ukrenergo, reported power reductions lasting eight to sixteen hours across most regions, with further consumption limits planned for November 10.

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

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

Repair Efforts Underway

President Zelenskyy noted in his nightly video address that repair crews are working nearly around the clock in most regions.

"Restoration efforts are ongoing, and although the situation is difficult, thousands of people are involved in stabilizing the system and repairing the damage," he said.

Background

Before the cold weather onset, Russia intensified its campaign targeting Ukraine’s power grid, natural gas facilities, and pipelines in an attempt to freeze and demoralize the population.

Summary

Damage from Russian missile and drone strikes has caused widespread power outages across Ukraine, with repair crews working nonstop amid a tough situation, while President Zelenskyy calls for increased Western support.

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