Russia strikes Kyiv energy grid; Trump claims ceasefire, Ukraine denies

Kyiv's electricity and water grids faced renewed strain on October 11, 2026, as Russia persisted with attacks on civilian energy infrastructure. The strikes occurred despite U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of an "energy ceasefire" between Ukraine and Russia. However, a senior Ukrainian official told the Kyiv Independent that Ukraine had no information regarding such a ceasefire.

Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klitschko reported damage to a high-voltage power line and noted reduced water pressure across the city, with emergency crews working to address the issues. Journalists in Kyiv heard explosions throughout the day. Ukrainian energy company DTEK also confirmed short power outages in various parts of the capital.

Earlier, Trump had attributed the continuation of the war to President Volodymyr Zelensky, urging him to cease attacks on Russian oil refineries. Zelensky, however, indicated that these attacks, which have reportedly reduced Russian refining capacity by 45%, would only be halted once Moscow stops targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Previous attacks on Kyiv on October 8 had plunged the city into near-total darkness, and further disruptions are anticipated throughout the winter months.