New Russian attack leaves Kyiv without power
All three of the Ukrainian capital’s combined heat and power plants were reportedly hit.
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A new Russian attack reportedly hit all three of Kyiv’s combined heat and power plants, according to Ukrainian authorities. Around 600,000 people were temporarily left without electricity, while the attacks continued for a third consecutive night.
The attack took place overnight from Tuesday into Wednesday. According to Ukrainian Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi, all three of Kyiv’s combined heat and power plants were hit. President Volodymyr Zelensky said that at least 600,000 people were left without electricity. Ukrainian authorities also reported attacks on energy facilities in the Kyiv region and around Charkiv.
Russia said it had attacked energy infrastructure. According to AP, Russia’s Defence Ministry said that six power plants in and around Kyiv and Charkiv had been hit. Ukraine said Russia had deployed 39 ballistic missiles and more than 120 drones. Those figures come from Ukrainian statements and have not been independently verified.
The new attack followed two previous nights of attacks on the Ukrainian capital. According to Ukrainian authorities, an earlier attack hit a power plant and a residential building. The sequence of attacks is increasing concerns about the availability of electricity and heat during the coming winter months.
The attacks also come amid uncertainty over a pause in attacks on energy infrastructure announced by the United States. The Kremlin said that the details of such an arrangement were still being worked out. Statements differ over the status and scope of any possible energy pause.
According to AP, Zelensky said Ukraine had not received the usual warning from Western partners ahead of the missile attack. US President Donald Trump had earlier said that the United States would continue sharing intelligence with Ukraine. AP also reported that Starlink may have imposed restrictions on the use of terminals on Ukrainian drones; SpaceX and the White House had not immediately responded.
One story, several perspectives
What is established
- A new Russian attack reportedly hit energy infrastructure in Kyiv, according to Ukrainian authorities.
- Ukraine reported that around 600,000 people were left without power.
- Statements about an energy pause and the sharing of intelligence differ.
Left
Arguments Emphasises the protection of civilians and critical infrastructure and believes that attacks on energy facilities should be condemned more strongly internationally.
Values International law, human security and the protection of public services.
Consequences Fears that prolonged attacks will make winter unliveable for civilians and calls for greater humanitarian and military support for Ukraine.
Centre
Arguments Wants reliable verification, protection of the energy supply and diplomatic agreements that limit escalation.
Values Institutional responsibility, proportionality and European stability.
Consequences Emphasises that support for Ukraine must be accompanied by crisis communication and efforts to make agreements on energy infrastructure verifiable.
Right
Arguments Stresses deterrence, military readiness and preventing Russia from being rewarded for attacks on vital infrastructure.
Values National security, credible power and responsibility for allied defence.
Consequences Fears that restraint will encourage further attacks and wants Ukraine to retain sufficient means to defend itself.
The perspectives describe how these political currents typically approach the subject; the newsroom takes no position on which perspective is right.
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The article’s central claims are confirmed by AP, Reuters and Ukrainian reporting. Statements about the number of attacking weapons and a possible energy pause are clearly attributed to their sources.
- confirmed All three of Kyiv’s combined heat and power plants were hit on the night of 13 to 14 October. — Reported by the Ukrainian prime minister and included in AP coverage. source
- confirmed Around 600,000 people were left without power. — Attributed to President Zelensky and also reported in Reuters syndication. source
- confirmed Ukraine reported 39 ballistic missiles and more than 120 drones. — These are Ukrainian figures; the article states that they have not been independently verified. source
Editor's note
The attack, the plants hit and the power cuts have been reported by multiple sources. Missile figures, the precise damage and the status of an energy pause are based on statements by the parties involved.Sources
- Ukraine's drones face setbacks as Starlink restrictions hit battlefield — AP News
- All three Kyiv combined heat and power plants struck — Ukrainska Pravda
- Russian strikes kill three, damage dozens of power facilities — Reuters via MarketScreener
The story so far
- Friday, 9 October 2026, 21:44 Trump announces 300,000-tonne Russian diesel deal
- Saturday, 10 October 2026, 06:48 US temporarily make Russian diesel tradable again
- Saturday, 10 October 2026, 10:45 Deadly attack puts Trump's diesel deal under pressure
- Saturday, 10 October 2026, 20:45 Trump calls for new president of Ukraine
- Saturday, 10 October 2026, 22:48 British prime minister promises Zelensky support after Trump criticism
- Sunday, 11 October 2026, 14:57 Zelensky offers to halt refinery attacks in return for Russian move
- Sunday, 11 October 2026, 19:28 Trump announces energy ceasefire, Kyiv does not confirm agreement
- Sunday, 11 October 2026, 20:28 Trump announces energy ceasefire, attacks continue
- Sunday, 11 October 2026, 21:02 Attack on power station immediately puts Trump’s energy truce under pressure
- Sunday, 11 October 2026, 22:27 Russian attacks put energy truce under immediate pressure
- Monday, 12 October 2026, 12:59 Kremlin does not confirm Trump's energy ceasefire
- Tuesday, 13 October 2026, 14:59 Zelensky had no warning of Russian missile attack on Kyiv
- Tuesday, 13 October 2026, 23:28 Zelensky says allies again failed to warn him
- Wednesday, 14 October 2026, 01:56 Russian missiles hit power plant in Kyiv
- Wednesday, 14 October 2026, 06:59 Russian missile hits power station in Kyiv
- Wednesday, 14 October 2026, 08:00 Zelensky seeks swift new talks with US envoys
- Wednesday, 14 October 2026, 09:29 New Russian attacks increase pressure on Ukraine’s power grid
- Wednesday, 14 October 2026, 17:33 New Russian attack leaves Kyiv without power (this article)
- Wednesday, 14 October 2026, 18:58 Energy truce between Russia and Ukraine falters
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