Kyiv region attacked by drones - Reports of power outages circulate online
Photo: reports claim power outages in several settlements (Getty Images)
Russians launched another drone attack on Ukraine overnight on September 8, targeting, among other regions, Kyiv oblast. Reports on social media indicate that the strikes caused power outages in several areas, according to the Kyiv Regional Military Administration and local community pages.
In particular, Ukraine’s Air Force reported that as of 00:25 AM Kyiv time, several groups of enemy drones were detected over Kyiv oblast. Ten minutes later, officials confirmed that air defense systems were actively operating in the region.
"Kyiv region! Enemy UAVs detected! Air defense is operating. Do not photograph or film the work of our defenders," the Regional Military Administration warned.
Shortly after, local channels began reporting that the Trypillia thermal power plant (TPP) had come under attack, with power outages recorded in nearby settlements and parts of Kyiv. However, this information remains unverified; no official confirmation has been issued regarding damage to the TPP or blackouts.
Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russia continues to regularly strike Ukraine with drones, guided bombs, and missiles.
On the night of September 7, the country faced a record attack: 810 drones, 4 ballistic missiles, and 9 cruise missiles were launched. Air defenses managed to down 747 drones and 4 cruise missiles.
That night, Kyiv, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipro, Kryvyi Rih, and Kremenchuk all came under fire. In Kyiv, for the first time since 2022, the Cabinet of Ministers building was hit, while residential houses and cars were also damaged, resulting in casualties.
In Kremenchuk, the Kriukiv Bridge over the Dnipro River was targeted. Traffic was initially halted, but was restored later the same day.
Read more about the aftermath of Russia’s September 7 attack on Ukraine in RBC-Ukraine’s full report.
