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title: "\"Ukrenergo\": Russia Launches One of the Largest Attacks on Ukraine's Energy System — Substations Damaged in Nine Regions"
description: "On the night of November 3, Russia launched one of the largest attacks on Ukraine's energy sector: substations in nine regions were damaged, and three DTEK TPPs were halted. \"Ukrenergo\" reported over 20 strikes in a day."
date: 2026-11-03T15:42:14.121Z
lang: en
url: https://xab.info/en/posts/ukrenergo-russia-massive-attack-ukraine-energy-nov3
tags: [ukraine, energy-infrastructure, russia-ukraine-war, ukrenergo, power-outage, dtak-tps, kyiv]
author: "Roman V."
publisher: "XAB.info"
---

# "Ukrenergo": Russia Launches One of the Largest Attacks on Ukraine's Energy System — Substations Damaged in Nine Regions

![Power worker in a hard hat against the backdrop of a war-damaged industrial facility in Ukraine](https://xab.info/media/2026/11/03/ukrenergo-rossiya-masshtabnaya-ataka-energetika-ukrainy-3-nabrya/ukrenergo-rossiya-masshtabnaya-ataka-energetika-ukrainy-3-nabrya-1.webp)

## Key Points

- Over the past day, Russia attacked Ukraine's energy facilities more than 20 times using an unprecedented amount of weaponry
- Substations in nine regions were damaged, and three DTEK TPPs suspended generation
- Emergency power outages were introduced in a number of regions, including Kyiv
- Thousands of energy workers are working on restoration; the priority is critical infrastructure
- Massive strikes on the energy sector resumed in late September 2026 and continue

On the night of November 3, 2026, the armed forces of Russia launched one of the most large-scale strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the resumption of systematic attacks on the energy grid. This was reported by the state joint-stock company "Ukrenergo" in its official Telegram channel, referenced by RBC-Ukraine. According to the company, a series of targeted strikes on energy facilities has been ongoing since the night, further complicating the situation in the country's power grid.

### Over Twenty Strikes in a Day and Unprecedented Volume of Armament

Over the past day, Russian forces have deliberately attacked Ukraine's energy facilities more than 20 times. "Ukrenergo" emphasizes that the enemy used an unprecedented amount of weaponry to carry out these strikes. The energy infrastructure sustained significant damage. As of the morning of November 3, it was confirmed that substations in nine regions of Ukraine were damaged as a result of the attack. In addition, three thermal power plants (TPPs) of the DTEK group suspended electricity generation due to the Russian strikes.

### Emergency Outages and Restoration Work

Against the backdrop of the damage, emergency power outages have been introduced in a number of Ukrainian regions, including Kyiv. Thousands of energy sector workers have already begun restoring electricity supply. The priority, as stated by "Ukrenergo", is supplying power to critical infrastructure facilities — hospitals, water supply systems, and life-support objects. "All services are working in constant coordination to stabilize the situation as quickly as possible," the company assured.

### Context: Series of Attacks Since Late September

Massive strikes on Ukraine's energy facilities resumed in late September 2026. Since then, the enemy has been conducting consistent attacks, maintaining pressure on the energy system. The night strike on November 3 became a continuation of this campaign and, according to "Ukrenergo" estimates, one of the most large-scale operations targeting the energy sector during the entire conflict period. Experts note that the combination of a large number of simultaneous strikes and the use of a significant volume of weaponry points to a deliberate strategy to put the power grid out of action.

### Reaction and Coordination of Services

"Ukrenergo" confirmed that all operational services are working in constant coordination mode to stabilize the situation in the power grid. Restoration work is being carried out simultaneously in several regions. The company urges the public to use electricity sparingly and follow recommendations regarding emergency outages. Final data on the scale of damage and the timeframe for full generation recovery, including the launch of stopped DTEK TPPs, will be published as information from the facilities arrives.

## Fact-Check & Sources

- [РФ проводит одну из самых масштабных атак на энергетику Украины, - "Укрэнерго"](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/rf-provodit-odnu-naymasshtabnishih-atak-energetiku-1793720086.html) - Primary source: Ukrenergo's statement on Telegram, reprinted by RBC-Ukraine. All figures (20+ attacks, 9 regions, 3 DTEK TPPs) are cited directly from the company's statement.

## FAQ

### How many energy facilities were hit on the night of November 3?

According to "Ukrenergo", energy facilities were attacked more than 20 times during the day. Damage to substations in nine regions of Ukraine and the halt of generation at three DTEK group TPPs have been confirmed.

### Where were emergency power outages introduced?

Emergency outages are in effect in a number of Ukrainian regions, including Kyiv. The priority for restoration is critical infrastructure facilities.

### When did the massive strikes on the energy sector resume?

Massive strikes on Ukraine's energy facilities resumed in late September 2026 and have continued consistently since then.