Ukraine faces emergency blackouts again as Russia strikes infrastructure – Naharnet

In Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, rolling blackouts have become a daily struggle due to Russian attacks on the country’s power system, leaving residents and businesses in uncertainty about the future. The lack of electricity has forced people to adapt, using generators, power banks, and flashlights to navigate their daily lives.

For 40-year-old Rudoy, who relocated from Tel Aviv to Kyiv, living without power has brought unexpected challenges. Businesses like Informatyka coffee shop are also feeling the impact, with owner Oleksandr Solovei planning to invest in a generator to keep his business running during blackouts.

As summer heat increases the demand for electricity, concerns grow about how Kyiv will cope through the coming winter. While Ukraine works on attracting investments to its energy sector, the overall outlook for the country’s energy system remains uncertain.

With businesses and households relying on alternative sources of power, such as generators, the city grapples with the disruptions caused by constant blackouts. The situation highlights the resilience of Kyiv’s residents as they adapt to the challenges of living in a city plagued by power outages.