Ukrainian military commander Robert “Madyar” Brovdi has publicly addressed the potential for power outages within Russia, attributing them to planned actions by the Ukrainian Defense Forces. Brovdi, who commands the Unmanned Systems Forces of Ukraine, made these remarks in a statement that suggests an intent to target Russian infrastructure with various strike capabilities posted on Facebook and reported by Gazeta.ua on November 1, 2025.
This announcement underscores a continued focus on disrupting critical infrastructure, with Brovdi indicating that such strikes are “capable of provoking a blackout.” His comments suggest an escalation in tactics aimed at impacting essential services, building on previous actions. This strategy aligns with recent reports on Russian missile strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
In his public statement, Brovdi noted that “blackout is not scary” and that it involves “a few inconveniences.” He further stated that the “Birds of the SBS [Unmanned Systems Forces] along with other components of the deep strike capabilities of the Ukrainian Defense Forces promise a rapid, albeit somewhat forced, adaptation” for Russian citizens, as noted in his Facebook post. This messaging emphasizes a direct intent to disrupt daily life and resource availability.
The commander also highlighted perceived shortages, claiming that “Russian gasoline is rapidly becoming a scarce liquid, and gas and oil are quickly burning out,” as stated in his post. These remarks connect potential energy disruptions to broader logistical challenges. The announcement follows a reported incident on October 31, 2025, where Ukrainian intelligence allegedly disabled the “Koltsevoy” strategic oil product pipeline in the Moscow region, described as a crucial supply line for the Russian military according to Gazeta.ua.
The collective statements from Commander Brovdi signify an ongoing strategic emphasis by Ukrainian forces on targeting infrastructure within Russian territory, reflecting broader Ukrainian operations against Russian military and infrastructure targets.