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Power Cuts After Russian Strikes Prompt Local Supermarket Closures; Officials Report No Systemic Shutdowns

Officials characterize the closures as brief, signaling stable access to groceries.

Overview

  • Russian attacks on January 13 triggered outages in Kyiv and seven oblasts, disrupting electricity for consumers and forcing emergency shutoffs in parts of the capital and Bucha district.
  • Retailers Novus and Silpo reported temporary suspensions at some locations due to equipment failures linked to low temperatures and partial blackouts.
  • Silpo said isolated store closures are occurring in multiple cities across Ukraine when equipment malfunctions require repairs.
  • ATB stated all of its stores in Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast are open and powered by generators, allowing uninterrupted operations despite grid disruptions.
  • Economy Minister Oleksii Sobolev said there are no systemic supermarket closures and noted retailers are offering charging and heating zones as the government seeks more generators and spare parts from international partners.