War Ukraine Russia, Moscow raid on Komyshuvakha. Zelensky: "Digging under rubble" LIVE
Zelensky denounces continuous Russian attacks; Zaporizhzhia power plant isolated from the external electricity grid
Quick Look
- Intense Russian attacks in Ukraine cause 55 deaths in Komyshuvakha and widespread blackouts.
- The Zaporizhzhia power plant loses connection to the external electricity grid.
- Moscow strikes energy infrastructure and ships, while Kiev responds with drones on Russian territory.
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Why It Matters
The Zaporizhzhia power plant has been under Russian control since the beginning of the invasion. Attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure are a constant feature of the conflict.
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"Rescue operations have been underway for seven days after an attack with aerial bombs that caused the death of 55 people, and, unfortunately, there could still be people trapped under the rubble", denounces the Ukrainian leader, speaking of "absolute cynicism and cruelty". “In total, this week alone, Russia launched 115 missiles of different types, nearly 1,900 guided aerial bombs and over 3,000 drones against our cities and communities.” Power cuts across Ukraine.
“This morning, the Russians attacked Komyshuvakha with a drone, where rescue operations have been underway for seven days after an aerial bomb attack that killed 55 people, and, unfortunately, there may still be people trapped under the rubble.” Voldymyr Zelensky denounces it on social media, speaking of "absolute cynicism and cruelty". "In total, this week alone, Russia launched 115 missiles of different types, almost 1,900 guided aerial bombs and over 3,000 drones against our cities and communities. These are combined attacks, many of them with ballistic missiles," he added.
Moscow's nightly attacks caused "widespread power outages across Ukraine," Zelensky said.
The Russian army hit a suburb of Dnipro with a drone, killing one person and wounding two others. This was reported by Ukrinform, quoting the head of the Dnipropetrovsk regional military administration, Oleksandr Ganzha. The Russians also attacked a transport company in Dnipro, setting fire to trucks and warehouses.
The Ukrainian nuclear power plant in Zaporizhzhia, the largest in Europe and under Russian control, has lost connection with the external electricity grid after a new attack on its power infrastructure. This was reported by the plant administration. The emergency diesel generators needed to ensure the cooling of the six reactors and spent fuel pools have come into operation. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency, available supplies can power a limited number of generators for about two weeks. The Ferrosplavnaya reserve line, which provided the electricity needed for the power plant, was disconnected after suffering damage, the administration said in a statement.
A Russian oil refinery caught fire following a Ukrainian drone attack in southern Russia overnight. According to Ukrainian channel Exilenova Plus, a fire broke out at the Afipsky oil refinery in the southern region of the Krasnodar Territory. Another wave of attacks hit the site in the early hours of the morning, and further explosions were reported near the city of Krasnodar, the outlet reported, which said explosions and fires were also reported in the neighboring Republic of Adygea.
The Europeans and France will be "represented" during the talks between Russians and Ukrainians, scheduled for 10 and 11 November in Abu Dhabi under US mediation: this was announced by the head of French diplomacy on RTL/Public Sénat. "The Europeans will be adequately represented and France will be in Abu Dhabi to participate in these discussions," said Jean-Noël Barrot.
In Moscow, police conducted a large-scale operation in the Kitay-Gorod neighborhood, during which around 200 young people, including minors, were detained. Those stopped told "Ostorozhno Novosti" about threats and the use of force by the police. According to a source on the Telegram channel, in the police van, everyone over the age of 18 was repeatedly pressured to sign a contract for military service.
"Over 600 thousand consumers" remained without electricity in the Ukrainian region of Dnipropetrovsk, due to damage to the energy network caused by "hostile attacks" attributed to Russia: this is what Oleksandr Ganzha announced via Telegram.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump discussed bilateral relations, the Russia-Ukraine war and tensions between Washington and Tehran by telephone. This was written on X, the official account of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye.
Russian forces said they hit a container ship carrying weapons and military supplies for the Ukrainian army in the Black Sea, southwest of Odessa. This was announced by the Russian Ministry of Defense.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Temporary restoration of Zaporizhzhia power supply using generators
Very likely · Within days
Open Questions
- How many people are still under the rubble in Komyshuvakha?
- What will be the outcome of the Abu Dhabi talks?




