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Russian Barrage Batters Ukraine’s Grid as Kyiv Hits Energy Targets in Russia

Kyiv intensifies requests for air defenses following new grid damage.

Ukrainian servicemen install anti-drone nets over a road, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the frontline town of Dobropillia in Donetsk region, Ukraine October 8, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer
Ukrainian servicemen install anti-drone nets over a road, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the frontline town of Dobropillia in Donetsk region, Ukraine October 8, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer
Ukrainian servicemen install anti-drone nets over a road, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the frontline town of Dobropillia in Donetsk region, Ukraine October 8, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer
Ukrainian servicemen install anti-drone nets over a road, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the frontline town of Dobropillia in Donetsk region, Ukraine October 8, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer

Overview

  • Ukrainian officials said more than 300 drones and 37 missiles were launched overnight, cutting power across eight regions and prompting emergency restrictions, with scheduled outages still in place in Chernihiv.
  • Kharkiv authorities reported repeated strikes on power and gas facilities, full restoration of electricity, and about 400 customers still without gas as repairs continue under the threat of renewed attacks.
  • Kryvyi Rih came under a large Shahed drone attack that damaged energy infrastructure and ignited an industrial facility, with local officials reporting multiple interceptions.
  • Ukraine’s forces confirmed striking Russia’s Saratov oil refinery, while Russian officials reported a substation fire in Volgograd, damage to power substations in occupied Crimea, and drone activity over Sochi.
  • Competing claims over interceptions and losses persisted, and Ukraine pressed partners for more air-defense and long-range capabilities as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy traveled to Washington for talks with President Donald Trump.