Russians conduct 24 massive attacks on Naftogaz facilities over past year
Throughout 2025, Russians carried out 24 massive combined attacks on Naftogaz Group facilities.
Economy
President: Ukraine's total war losses estimated at $800B
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine estimates its total losses from the war with Russia at $800 billion and hopes to mobilize these funds through various post-war recovery funds.
Russian attacks cause new power outages in five regions – Ukrenergo
As a result of fresh Russian attacks, power outages were reported as of the morning of December 24 in the Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, Kherson, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv regions.
Russia launches nearly 100 drone strikes on Naftogaz in two days, causing major damage
For the second day in a row, Russia has deliberately targeted the oil and gas infrastructure of the Naftogaz Group.
Zelensky says restoration of Kakhovka Dam will cost EUR 2B
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that restoring the Kakhovka Dam, without which the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant cannot operate, will require EUR 2 billion.
Chornobyl NPP shelter may not withstand second Russian strike – director
The shelter over the destroyed reactor at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant was damaged in a Russian attack earlier this year and may not withstand a second strike.
IAEA: Khmelnytsky and Rivne NPPs reduce capacity due to shelling of power substations
IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi said that the Khmelnytsky and Rivne nuclear power plants are reducing their capacity due to damage to electrical substations caused by Russian shelling.
Estonia allocates EUR 2M to support Ukraine's energy sector
Estonia's Ministry of Climate will contribute EUR 2 million to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund to help restore the country's energy infrastructure.
Fitch upgrades Ukraine's rating to CCC
Fitch Ratings lifted Ukraine's score from selective default after the nation announced creditors agreed to an exchange of its growth-linked debt into conventional bonds.
23 December 2025
PM Svyrydenko reports to Zelensky on energy sector restoration
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky received a briefing from Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko on the situation in the country’s energy sector.
Restoration work underway on energy facilities in Rivne, Ternopil, and Odesa regions
Restoration work continues in the Rivne, Ternopil, and Odesa regions following another massive Russian attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure overnight on December 23.
Russia strikes Ukrnafta facilities overnight, causing damage
During a nighttime attack on December 23, Russian forces struck production facilities of JSC Ukrnafta.
MoD launches Motor Sich relocation project to restore weapons production capacity
On December 23, following a proposal from the Ministry of Defense (MoD), the government adopted a package of decisions to strengthen Ukraine's defense industry, including new conditions for the relocation and rapid restoration of the production capacities of Ukrainian arms manufacturers.
Five wind farms to be built in Vinnytsia region over next two years – regional administration
Five wind farms with a total capacity of 544 megawatts are to be built in the Vinnytsia region over the next two years.
Russian attack damages DTEK's thermal power plants
Russia has carried out its seventh attack on Ukraine's thermal power plants since early October, damaging the stations' equipment.
Ship carrying Ukrainian soy damaged in Odesa port after overnight Russian attack
A Lebanon-flagged vessel carrying Ukrainian soy was damaged as a result of the December 23 attack on Odesa's port infrastructure.
Ukraine's nuclear power plants cut output due to massive attack – Energy Ministry
Due to a massive Russian attack on December 23, Ukraine's nuclear power plants were forced to reduce electricity generation.
Association of Distributed and Maneuverable Generation Entities established in Ukraine
The establishment of a new public association – the Association of Distributed and Maneuverable Generation Entities (ADMGE) – was announced on Energy Workers' Day. Its goal is to restore power supply to communities, enhance energy security, and strengthen Ukraine's energy resilience.
Sweden releases sanctioned Russian ship after customs inspection
Swedish customs released the Russian ship Adler, which was under sanctions and inspected by customs officials over the weekend.
22 December 2025
Zelensky announces new sanctions against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that by the end of the year Ukraine will adopt several more sanctions decisions against Russian entities as well as individuals who facilitate Russia's aggression. The sanctions lists will include not only Russian citizens but also nationals of other countries, including China.
EU provides Ukraine with EUR 28.7B in support so far this year – Svyrydenko
Since the beginning of 2025, the European Union has provided Ukraine with EUR 28.7 billion in financial support, bringing total EU assistance since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion to EUR 70.7 billion.
Ukraine receives EUR 2.3B under Ukraine Facility – Ministry of Finance
Ukraine has received the sixth tranche of EUR 2.3 billion from the European Union under the Ukraine Facility financial instrument.
EU extends economic sanctions against Russia for another six months
On Monday, December 22, the Council of the EU extended the economic restrictive measures against Russia over its war against Ukraine for a further six months, until July 31, 2026.
China sets record for gold imports from Russia in November – media
In November 2025, China purchased gold from Russia worth a record $961 million, marking the largest deal in the history of bilateral trade in the precious metal.
21 December 2025
Hourly power outage schedules to be implemented in most regions of Ukraine on Monday
In most regions of Ukraine on Monday, December 22, hourly electricity outage schedules will be in effect for residential consumers, while industrial users will face power consumption restrictions.
Ukrainian Council of Arms Manufacturers names Germany and Denmark as “main pillars” of cooperation
Foreign defense companies, for which the experience of potential partners is very important, are very cautious about starting cooperation with Ukrainian arms manufacturers, but steps towards each other are yielding good results.
Ukraine’s trade with Germany could reach record EUR 12B in 2025, expert says
During the war years, trade between Ukraine and Germany has grown rapidly, but after the war ends, the balance will need to be adjusted by increasing Ukrainian exports.
MoE: Power system remains under control despite intense enemy attacks
Ukraine's energy system continues to operate under intense enemy attacks, but remains intact and under control.
Invaders transport looted Ukrainian grain to Rostov-on-Don
The invaders are transporting grain stolen in the Zaporizhzhia region to Rostov-on-Don via Mariupol.