Russian drones hit Chernivetska Oblast energy facility, causing power outages

On Monday evening, October 26, Russian forces struck Chernivetska Oblast with a jet-powered strike drone, damaging a regional energy facility and causing emergency power outages. No casualties were reported. Regional military administration head Ruslan Ospenko confirmed the attack, stating emergency services are on site and energy workers have begun restoration efforts. Authorities urged residents not to publish photos or videos of air defense operations or damage, citing risks of enabling Russian forces to adjust fire. Ukrainian media warn winter power supply may worsen due to Russian strikes on infrastructure, particularly facilities transmitting electricity to Kyiv, with risks tied to heating during severe frosts.