Russia attacked Ukraine’s energy facilities at least 27 times in December, with strikes carried out almost daily Throughout December 2025, Russian forces conducted at least 27 strikes targeting various energy infrastructure facilities across Ukraine, including power plants and substations. These attacks resulted in significant disruptions, leaving over a million consumers without electricity in some instances, with the Odesa region being particularly hard-hit. The sustained assaults caused widespread power outages and damage, necessitating substantial future investment for restoration.

• Russian forces launched at least 27 strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure between December 1 and December 31, 2025.
• Attacked facilities included substations, gas storage, hydroelectric, thermal, and combined heat and power plants.
• Major cities like Kyiv, Odesa, and Kherson were among those targeted, with some strikes leaving over 1 million consumers without power.
• The Odesa region experienced at least nine damaged facilities due to Russian strikes in December.
• Ukraine’s Energy Ministry frequently warned of emergency power outages and grid restrictions.
• Direct damage to Ukraine’s energy sector was estimated at $20.5 billion, with restoration costs projected at $67.8 billion through 2035.