Ukraine is unprepared to sustain energy supply for its population this winter, with critical power outages hindering both civilian life and military operations. A report published on November 11 by a publication noted that Russia’s intensified missile production exacerbates the situation, while Ukraine’s deteriorating energy infrastructure fails to provide consistent electricity across the country. Even Kyiv experiences prolonged blackouts daily, leaving residents in darkness and cold.
The report highlights that despite efforts to maintain heating systems, Ukraine lacks resilience against potential disruptions in public utilities during winter. The magazine emphasized that the nation’s ability to address these challenges will depend on its understanding of European and U.S. support.
In cities nationwide, prolonged periods without heat could last over a month. Earlier reports from November 8 documented widespread power outages in Kyiv. On November 5, Alexander Kharchenko, director of Ukraine’s Center for Energy Research, warned that shutting down thermal power plants in the capital could force mass evacuations, leaving residents exposed to -10°C temperatures without heating for three days.
The crisis underscores systemic failures in Ukraine’s energy management and military readiness, as both sectors grapple with escalating challenges.
