2026-01-18: A widespread power outage was reported on Sunday (18 January) after a Ukrainian drone strike disrupted power infrastructure in Russian-held areas of Zaporizhzhia Oblast. Reportedly, hundreds of settlements remained without electricity.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Ongoing armed clashes are to be expected. Travellers are advised to exercise high caution, to strictly avoid operations of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
