today’s collected reporting — by newsroom and editorial bloc
today’s collected reporting — by newsroom and editorial bloc
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During the first week of September, the Armed Forces of Ukraine's drone units struck 34 energy nodes in Crimea and temporarily occupied territories. A total of 374 energy nodes have been targeted since the start of the operation "Crimean Switch Off". The operation runs from July 6 to September 9, 2026.
On August 28, 2026, drones attacked the Slavneft-YANOS oil refinery in Yaroslavl, Russia, causing a large fire. Various sources indicate that the attack was carried out by the Armed Forces of Ukraine using FP-1 drones.
From September 7 to 9, 2026, fuel prices in Ukraine increased. The average price for A-95 gasoline rose to 82.39 UAH/l, while diesel fuel reached 92.83 UAH/l.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky held a meeting of the Operational Coordination Center to discuss the implementation of regional resilience plans ahead of the heating season. Delays in the construction of protective structures and equipment installation were identified in some regions. The government allocated 67.6 billion UAH for these plans.
Auditors reported that the EU's process of phasing out Russian energy supplies is stalling. Gas storage is filled to 67%, with investments amounting to €54.3 billion instead of the planned €300 billion.
A new solar power plant with a capacity of 2 MW has been commissioned at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. It will supply electricity to critical infrastructure, including the New Safe Confinement and radioactive waste management facilities.
North Korea has constructed a new uranium enrichment facility at its main nuclear complex in Yongbyon. According to the IAEA, the new two-story building can accommodate up to 28 cascades of centrifuges.
From September 8 to 10, 2026, a series of magnetic storms will affect Earth. The most intense storm, rated G2, is expected on September 9, caused by coronal mass ejections.
In Novy Urengoy, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug of Russia, drones attacked a condensate preparation plant. The distance to the Ukrainian border is approximately 2800-3200 km, according to various reports.
On September 2, 2026, fuel prices rose across all types in Ukraine. The average price of A-95 gasoline increased to 82.08 UAH per liter, while diesel fuel reached 92.77 UAH per liter.
Missile strikes were reported in Odesa and Chornomorsk. Attacks were reported over several days, including from the sea on Zatoka and Lymanka.
On September 9, 2026, the price of Brent oil surpassed $100 per barrel for the first time since July. The price increase is linked to concerns over supply disruptions due to escalating conflict in the Middle East, particularly attacks by Houthis on Saudi Arabia's energy infrastructure and U.S. military actions against Iranian tankers.
On the night of September 4, drones attacked an oil depot in Sochi, Russia, causing a fire. Preliminary reports indicate that debris from the drones scattered across various locations, leading to fires in several areas.
On September 8, a Russian drone attack damaged the Metro shopping center in Mykolaiv. The store is temporarily closed, with no reported injuries, and damage assessment is ongoing.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has changed the fund distribution mechanism for heating and energy supply companies. From now on, 60% of funds will be allocated for natural gas payments, 5% for electricity debts, and 35% will remain with companies for current payments.
