Russian offensive damages Ukrainian energy infrastructure

A massive Russian attack has severely damaged Ukraine's energy infrastructure, injuring seven employees and exacerbating power cuts across the country, according to DTEK and the Ministry of Energy.

Share:

Crise énergétique Ukraine

Gain full professional access to energynews.pro from 4.90$/month.
Designed for decision-makers, with no long-term commitment.

Over 30,000 articles published since 2021.
150 new market analyses every week to decode global energy trends.

Monthly Digital PRO PASS

Immediate Access
4.90$/month*

No commitment – cancel anytime, activation in 2 minutes.

*Special launch offer: 1st month at the indicated price, then 14.90 $/month, no long-term commitment.

Annual Digital PRO Pass

Full Annual Access
99$/year*

To access all of energynews.pro without any limits

*Introductory annual price for year one, automatically renewed at 149.00 $/year from the second year.

Recent Russian attacks have dealt a severe blow to Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, damaging a power plant and injuring seven employees. This offensive, described as “massive” by the energy operator DTEK, is part of a series of attacks over the last three months, forcing Ukraine into recurrent and penalizing power cuts. According to DTEK, this seventh attack specifically targeted one of their thermal power plants, causing considerable damage and injuring three of their employees. The Ukrainian Ministry of Energy said that infrastructure in four regions, including Kiev, had been affected. Authorities reported that seven employees were injured, one of them seriously, but gave no further details of the extent of the damage.

Escalating attacks

These strikes are intensifying as the Russian army has fired nine missiles and 27 suicide drones of Iranian origin, most of which were shot down by Ukrainian forces. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that half of the country’s energy capacity had been destroyed, leaving Ukraine more vulnerable as winter approaches. DTEK Managing Director Maxim Timchenko warned that Ukraine could face a serious energy crisis this winter if Western partners don’t step in to help rebuild the power grid. In an appeal to Ukraine’s allies, Timchenko stressed the urgent need for support in defending and restoring the country’s energy system.

Reactions and counter-attacks

Kiev has urged the West to step up its efforts to provide anti-aircraft defenses and help rebuild the power grid. Russia, while denying targeting civilians, has admitted to targeting energy infrastructure in response to Ukrainian attacks on its own fuel facilities. At the same time, Ukrainian drones struck several oil depots in Russia, notably in the Krasnodar region, killing one woman, and started fires at refineries in the Republic of Adygea and the Tambov region. The Ukrainian special services (SBU) claimed that these refineries were used by the Russian army, suggesting that such attacks would multiply.

Impact on Conflict Regions

Russian bombardments continue in regions close to the front line, notably in southern and eastern Ukraine. Local authorities in Kherson and Kharkiv have reported several casualties as the fighting intensifies. In the Donetsk region, Russian forces are attempting to seize strategic positions, endangering civilians and further complicating the humanitarian situation. This offensive underlines Russia’s strategy to weaken Ukraine by targeting its critical infrastructure, exacerbating the country’s energy challenges and requiring a coordinated international response.
The situation remains critical, and Ukraine, faced with power cuts and increasingly difficult conditions, depends on the continued support of its allies to overcome this crisis.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei calls for modernising the oil industry and expanding export markets as Tehran faces the possible reactivation of 2015 nuclear deal sanctions.
The Ukrainian president demanded that Slovakia end its imports of Russian crude, offering an alternative supply solution amid ongoing war and growing diplomatic tensions over the Druzhba pipeline.
The United States cuts tariffs on Japanese imports to 15%, while Tokyo launches a massive investment plan targeting American energy, industry, and agriculture.
Brazil’s Cop 30 presidency aims to leverage the Dubai commitments to mobilise public and private actors despite ongoing deadlock in international negotiations.
Brasília has officially begun the process of joining the International Energy Agency, strengthening its strategic position on the global energy stage after years of close cooperation with the Paris-based organisation.
During a meeting in Beijing, Vladimir Putin called on Slovakia to suspend its energy deliveries to Ukraine, citing Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure as justification.
Vladimir Putin and Robert Fico met in China to address the war in Ukraine, regional security and energy relations between Russia and Slovakia.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico plans to meet Vladimir Putin in Beijing before receiving Volodymyr Zelensky in Bratislava, marking a diplomatic shift in his relations with Moscow and Kyiv.
The three European powers activate the UN sanctions mechanism against Iran, increasing pressure on the country's oil exports as Tehran maintains high production despite Western measures.
Iran once again authorises the International Atomic Energy Agency to inspect its nuclear sites, following a suspension triggered by a dispute over responsibility for Israeli strikes.
First suspect linked to the Nord Stream pipeline explosions, a Ukrainian citizen challenged by Berlin opposes his judicial transfer from Italy.
Ukrainian drones targeted a nuclear power plant and a Russian oil terminal, increasing pressure on diplomatic talks as Moscow and Kyiv accuse each other of blocking any prospect of negotiation.
A Ukrainian national suspected of coordinating the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage has been apprehended in Italy, reigniting a judicial case with significant geopolitical implications across Europe.
Russia continues hydrocarbon deliveries to India and explores new outlets for liquefied natural gas, amid escalating trade tensions with the United States.
Azerbaijani energy infrastructure targeted in Ukraine raises concerns over the security of gas flows between Baku and Kyiv, just as a new supply agreement has been signed.
The suspension of 1,400 MW of electricity supplied by Iran to Iraq puts pressure on the Iraqi grid, while Tehran records a record 77 GW demand and must balance domestic consumption with regional obligations.
Beijing opposes the possible return of European trio sanctions against Iran, as the nuclear deal deadline approaches and diplomatic tensions rise around Tehran.
The United States plans to collaborate with Pakistan on critical minerals and hydrocarbons, exploring joint ventures and projects in strategic areas such as Balochistan.
Around 80 Russian technical standards for oil and gas have been internationally validated, notably by the United Arab Emirates, Algeria and Oman, according to the Institute of Oil and Gas Technological Initiatives.
Baghdad and Damascus intensify discussions to reactivate the 850 km pipeline closed since 2003, offering a Mediterranean alternative amid regional tensions and export blockages.

Log in to read this article

You'll also have access to a selection of our best content.