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After the February 12 attack, the capital’s municipal crews restored heating to 400 multi-story apartment buildings. It’s a relief for thousands of residents, but full restoration is being delayed by damage to a key CHP plant and the risk of further strikes.
The Security Service carried out two searches at the main office of Kyivteploenergo following a massive attack on energy facilities. The seizure of technical documentation, according to the Kyiv City State Administration (KMDA) and UNN, slowed the restoration of heat for thousands of Kyiv residents.
A nighttime conflict in the Obolon district ended with the explosion of an F‑1 grenade. We examine what is known and what questions of security and discipline it raises for society and the armed forces.
Young players from a Kyiv academy whose training base was destroyed on 23 January 2024 handed a ball to the FIFA president. The gesture carries symbolic and political weight — it is an appeal against Russia’s return to international football and a call to protect children’s right to safe training.
After a nighttime strike by Russia, repairs to CHP‑5 are estimated at one day, CHP‑6 up to two. Above‑freezing temperatures allowed crews not to drain water from the network — this saves weeks of work and reduces the risk of further ruptures. We detail what was damaged and what the consequences are for residents.
DTEK reported the restoration of electricity for 100,000 Kyiv families after a massive Russian strike. We explain what this means for the city's security and why temporary outage schedules remain important.
Russia struck Ukraine's power system overnight. We break down which regions were affected, what has been disconnected, how utility crews are operating, and what to expect in the coming days.
In the aftermath of a massive overnight attack, significant areas of Ukraine are partially without power. We look into which regions were affected, what energy workers and the air force are doing, and why this matters to every resident.
Nearly 3,700 Kyiv homes were left without heat after nighttime Russian shelling; about 2,600 more were additionally cut off due to damage to critical infrastructure. We explain what this means for residents and how restoration services are working.
The Kyiv City State Administration asks residents to check their supplies of drinking and technical (non‑potable) water — a simple precaution that protects families and eases the burden on municipal services. We explain how much to store and how.
Putting emotions aside: the capital endured the planned outages, although the cold and a series of strikes increased the risks. We break down which measures and international partners are ensuring this stability and what needs to be done next.
Olympic organizers forbade skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych from wearing a helmet bearing portraits of fallen Ukrainian athletes. President Zelensky called the gesture an act of remembrance — we examine why this matters more than a disputed formality and what it means for Ukraine's presence on the international stage.
After a series of communications between the UAF (Ukrainian Association of Football) and FIFA leadership, the organization's council currently does not plan to reinstate Russian teams. We explain why this decision matters not only for sport but also for international solidarity with Ukraine.
According to the SBU and the Office of the Prosecutor General (UNN reports), an employee of the information security department of a commercial bank was passing photos, coordinates and personal data of soldiers to the FSB — this information, investigators say, was used to adjust artillery fire. He has been detained and an indictment has been sent to court; what does this mean for the security and trust in the banking system?
In the evening, explosions were heard in the capital after a warning from the Air Force about possible ballistic launches from the Bryansk region. City authorities and the military are urging people to stay in shelters — we explain what this means for Kyiv’s safety.
In the evening, explosions were heard in the capital — the mayor and the Air Force report a ballistic attack and movement of high-speed targets from the north. We explain what is happening and which developments are changing the risks for Kyiv residents.
Because of systematic strikes on heating infrastructure, the Kyiv region is switching hospitals and water utilities to backup power. We look at what this means for residents, how the local protection system operates, and what assistance has already been mobilized.
The Ministry of Energy reports widespread damage after last night’s attack — Kyiv residents have power for only 1.5–2 hours a day. We explain what the authorities are doing, how energy crews are working, and what everyone can do today.
DTEK has increased electricity supply to homes in the Dniprovskyi and Darnytskyi districts — outages are now limited to morning and evening. We explain why this is important and how to act to prevent emergencies.
A missile strike this morning in Kharkiv hit the city's industrial area — the attack left one person wounded and caused partial power outages. We examine what happened and why it matters now.
On the night of January 24, shelling of Kyiv damaged sites of the Kyiv‑Pechersk Lavra that are under UNESCO protection — this has both cultural and international‑legal dimensions.
The mayor urged residents to temporarily leave due to risks to the energy system — but demand for housing in Kyiv did not fall. We examine what renters are actually opting for this winter and why prices are rising even amid energy uncertainty.
Train service between "Syrets" and "Chervonyi Khutir" has been restored at six-minute intervals. The swift work of repair crews and energy workers restored Kyiv residents' morning mobility — we examine why this matters now.
A massive overnight Russian attack knocked power grids out of service — what has happened so far, who is working on restoration, and why official and commercial estimates differ.
A missile-and-drone attack damaged critical infrastructure: heating, the water supply and the metro were affected. We explain what this means for every Kyiv resident and how quickly services might be restored.
The band's comeback is more than just a musical event. The new track is featured on the album HELP(2), all proceeds from which are being directed to the War Child fund — especially important now, as the number of children affected by wars has doubled.
As of 6:00 p.m. on January 23, 1,200 apartment blocks in the capital remain without central heating. Repeated reconnections after the January 9 and 20 attacks are slowing restoration and increasing strain on the energy system — we examine what this means for Kyiv residents.
After the attacks on January 9 and 20, 1,940 buildings in Kyiv remain without heating. We examine which districts were hardest hit, what municipal utility crews have already done, and why this matters for residents this winter.
Rescue divers of the State Emergency Service carried out an underwater special operation on a CHP plant damaged by shelling in temperatures down to −15 °C. Six days of the rescuers' work made it possible to resume repair operations and reduce the risk of large-scale heating and power outages in the capital.
After Russian attacks and emergency power cuts, about 3,000 multi‑storey residential buildings in the capital remain without heating. Overnight 227 buildings were reconnected — we explain what is slowing the restoration and what to expect next.
Tonight heat will begin to be supplied to buildings that were left without heating twice after the shelling. We explain why this will take approximately 48 hours and what every Kyiv resident needs to know.
The SBU and the Office of the Prosecutor General uncovered a corruption network in which an official sold exemptions from service for $15,000–$20,000 — undermining the mobilization system and security at the front.
After the January 9 attacks, about 600,000 people left Kyiv — not only out of fear, but because infrastructure was destroyed. We examine what this means for security, everyday life in the city, and the next steps for authorities and partners.
President's evening address: widespread outages in the capital, thousands of homes without heat, and an order to strengthen the defense of Zaporizhzhia. We analyze why this matters and which measures are already underway.
The cancellation of a concert scheduled for February 22, ahead of the anniversary of the full-scale invasion, came after an official appeal from the Embassy of Ukraine in Germany and concerns raised by the Ukrainian community. We examine why this is more than just a single concert.
After an overnight strike, 4,000 of 5,635 buildings remain without heating — about 33% of Kyiv's housing stock. Why the problem has returned and what it means for the city's residents — briefly and to the point.
Following an overnight Russian attack on energy infrastructure in Kyiv and several regions, tens of thousands of people were left without heat and water. We explain the scale, the state's response, and what this means for residents.
On January 20, following enemy shelling on Kyiv’s left bank, fires and smog broke out. Some stationary monitoring devices are not working — we explain what real threat this poses to health and what practical steps should be taken today.
A nighttime Russian attack on energy facilities left 173,000 families in the capital without electricity. We explain why authorities announced the draining of heating systems, where the situation is worst, and what residents should do right now.
Kyiv responds to the aftermath of Russian strikes: sections of the metro are operating on an adjusted schedule. We briefly explain how this will affect travel and who should plan their route in advance.
After a nighttime strike on the capital — there are disruptions to electricity, water and heating. We explain who is affected and when to expect services to be restored.
This morning Kharkiv sustained several enemy strikes in the Slobidskyi district. Local authorities warn of a threat to the city, while air-defence briefings indicate a large proportion of drones were neutralized. We analyze what this means for the security of Kharkiv and the country.
Due to damage to the power grid caused by shelling, the city has been forced to reduce the number of trains. We explain why this happened, what the authorities are doing, and how to plan trips without unnecessary hassle.
Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko told UNN that after a night of strikes the capital's power system is shifting from emergency modes to planned schedules. We break down what this means for electricity, heating and restoration timetables.
Specialists from Kyivteploenergo restored heating to 1,083 apartment buildings in the Podilskyi, Obolonskyi and Darnytskyi districts after last night’s shelling. Work continues — overall nearly 6,000 buildings remained without heating.
During a nighttime attack on the city, a guard at an underground parking garage restricted access to a shelter — the police intervened promptly. This is not only an offense but also a reminder that safety depends on everyone’s actions.
After a night of heavy shelling, the capital has brought critical infrastructure back online. We explain what has been done so far, why water was drained from heating systems, and what this means for residents.
After the nighttime shelling, the Kyiv City State Administration confirmed the draining of water from building systems — a standard measure during freezing temperatures aimed at protecting the networks. We examine why this is done, the scale of the damage, and what residents should do.
The Kyiv Prosecutor’s Office has identified four dead after an overnight Russian attack; 26 were wounded, including rescuers and medics — what this means for the city’s security.
A massive overnight attack by Russia knocked key infrastructure in the capital out of service: heating, water and electricity — hundreds of thousands of Kyiv residents were affected. We explain what happened, the consequences, and what to do right now.
After a massive bombardment, the power system on the left bank moved into emergency shutdown mode. Energy crews are working on restoration; priorities are hospitals, water supply and radio communications. The outages are affecting the metro and surface transport. We examine why this happened and what residents should do.
The Kyiv City State Administration warns: in the event of a cold spell and possible shelling of infrastructure, the city will switch to an intensified operating mode. Why this concerns every Kyiv resident — briefly and with concrete steps.
The Ministry of Culture has released detailed figures on destruction for 2025 and overall since the start of the full-scale invasion. This is not merely statistics — it is the loss of public spaces, libraries, and museums, without which the country's recovery will be more difficult.
A court ordered 60 days’ pretrial detention without the right to post bail for the suspect in the vehicle blast in Kyiv’s Obolon district, where a National Guard serviceman and his companion were injured. The ruling underscores the work of the security services and raises questions about further public-safety measures in Kyiv.
On the night of January 5, Russian forces struck a medical facility in Kyiv's Obolon district — this is not only a tragedy for the families of the victims, but also a signal of escalation that requires an international response and documentation.
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During a Russian attack on Kyiv, a private medical clinic in Obolon was hit. It is a tragedy for the patients and at the same time a test of the emergency medical response system’s capabilities. We examine what happened and why this matters now.
Leonardo DiCaprio accepted the award online after his flight was canceled due to disruptions to air travel in the Caribbean region. The incident signals how geopolitics is crossing into cultural events and intensifying reliance on security guarantees.
An explosion rang out in a courtyard on Heroiv Dnipra Street when a car trunk was opened. The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and the Kyiv City Prosecutor’s Office have launched an investigation — what this means for the city’s safety and why everyone should take notice.
Municipal crews are restoring the damaged district heating network on Sobornosti Avenue after the night of shelling on December 27. This is a short-term restriction — but important for preventing widespread outages.
On the night of December 31, the enemy used drones against the Kyiv region: a residential building in Bila Tserkva was damaged, and explosions were reported in the capital. We examine what is known so far and what the consequences are for the safety of the civilian population.
Emergency outages in Kyiv, a fourth day without power in Vyshhorod, accidents in Odesa and repeated strikes on the Kherson CHP — we examine why this matters for security and everyday life.
After a massive attack on Kyiv region’s energy infrastructure, more than 9,000 households were left without power. We explain what damage was recorded, how the system is being stabilized, and where to find timely updates.
On December 29, due to the aftermath of Russian strikes on the energy sector, several regions will introduce hourly outages and restrictions for businesses. We explain exactly who will be affected by the schedule, why it may change, and how to prepare without panic.
In just 36 hours, service crews restored heating to more than 3,500 buildings. We examine how they did it and what risks remain.
DTEK reports that critical infrastructure and the majority of households in Kyiv have been restored: <strong>748,000</strong> families have power again. However, due to overloading of damaged networks, the city's left bank remains subject to emergency outages — what this means for residents and when to expect stabilization.
After the overnight attack on December 27, the city swiftly deployed mobile boilers to six medical facilities and mobilized hundreds of units of equipment and crews. We explain what has already been done and what to expect next — to ensure patient safety, stability of utility services, and the wellbeing of every Kyiv resident.
The attack on December 27 disabled critical infrastructure facilities: more than 40% of Kyiv’s residential buildings and part of the Obukhiv district were temporarily left without heat. Water supply has already been restored; heating is promised within 24 hours. We examine what this means for city residents and how municipal services are responding.
Reports from the mayor’s office and the Interior Ministry have been updated: the number of injured has risen to 32, and 11 people have been hospitalized. We explain what has already been done and what this means for the safety of Kyiv residents.
A massive attack on December 27 left people injured and caused destruction. We explain why the numbers are changing, who is confirming them, and what the implications are for civil protection and air defenses.
A massive combined attack struck residential neighborhoods in Kyiv. Updated data from emergency services, a list of affected districts, and what this means for the city's security and infrastructure.
Following a massive attack that damaged the power infrastructure, trains on the red line are operating between "Akademmistechko" and "Arsenalna" at six‑minute intervals. We examine why this matters for transport, shelters and the city's safety.
According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, 22 people were injured in eight districts of the city during heavy shelling. We examine where the most destruction occurred, which services are working on site, and why this is affecting energy supplies and residents’ safety.
On the night of December 27, a combined attack by Russia damaged infrastructure: a large portion of the left bank was left without electricity and heating. We examine who was affected, what energy crews are doing, and the possible consequences for residents.
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The Main Intelligence Directorate and the Ministry of Youth and Sports released information on more than 20 Russian athletes linked to CSKA and the Russian National Guard who visited occupied territories, support the war, and are seeking to participate in the 2026 Olympics.
In the capital and surrounding region, emergency outage schedules have been suspended, but up to half of Kyiv’s consumers remain without power. In most regions, emergency cuts continue due to the aftermath of massive missile-and-drone strikes; schedules are posted on operators’ websites. An expert warns of equipment shortages.
A 52-year-old Kyiv resident has been detained on suspicion of illegally selling ammunition; during a search authorities seized an RPG round, shell fragments and cartridges. The incident is linked to the October 30 explosion at a sorting center.
On December 4, 1991, the Central Election Commission for the election of the President of Ukraine and for the all‑Ukrainian referendum issued Resolution No. 60. The resolution states: "The Act proclaiming the independence of Ukraine shall be considered confirmed."
Russia spent more than $360 million on a massive strike against Ukraine on December 6. It launched 653 drones, 34 cruise missiles, 14 Iskanders and three Kinzhal missiles. That money could have built six hospitals or provided housing for 15,000 families.