Japan to accelerate delivery of assistance for Ukraine's energy sector
Ukrainian Energy Minister Svitlana Hrynchuk has met with Japanese Ambassador to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome and representatives of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
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14 October 2025
Government raises gas prices for electricity producers
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has set new gas prices for electricity generation, effective through March 31, 2026.
Ukrenergo: Electricity consumption remains high, hourly power outage schedules in place for Chernihiv region
As of the morning of October 14, electricity consumption in Ukraine remains at the same elevated level as the previous day. In the Chernihiv region, three phases of hourly power outage schedules are currently being implemented.
Government extends state loan terms for businesses in frontline regions until 2027
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has expanded the scope of the state program “Affordable Loans 5–7–9%” to support entrepreneurs operating in frontline regions.
13 October 2025
Russia Steps up Energy Exports to Venezuela after U.S. Sanctions – Bloomberg
Zelensky: After one or two more attacks, Ukraine may need to import electricity
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that after one or two more attacks, Ukraine might have to start importing electricity.
Emergency power outage schedules canceled in Dnipropetrovsk region
Emergency blackout schedules for the Dnipropetrovsk region have been canceled.
The Netherlands pledges €200 million to bolster Ukraine’s anti-drone capabilities – minister
The Netherlands provides €200 million to Ukraine to intercept Russian drones and create a defense industrial cluster in Kyiv.
Emergency power outages implemented across seven regions — Ukrenergo
As of the morning of October 13, emergency power outages have been enforced in seven Ukrainian regions. In the Zaporizhzhia region, the restrictions apply specifically to industrial consumers, while the Chernihiv region is operating under scheduled rolling blackouts.
12 October 2025
Energy infrastructure in three regions damaged by enemy shelling overnight - Ministry of Energy
On the night of October 12, the enemy struck Ukraine's energy and gas transportation infrastructure, and restoration work is ongoing.
11 October 2025
Ukraine synchronizes sanctions against Russia with Japan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree to align Ukraine's sanctions against the Russian Federation with those of Japan.
Economy Ministry forecasts Ukraine’s GDP growth at 2.5% in 2026
The Ministry of Economy forecasts Ukraine’s GDP growth at 2.5% next year, despite the World Bank lowering its projection to 2%.
10 October 2025
Ukraine must first protect 203 key infrastructure facilities – Zelensky
Ukraine is prioritizing air defense for 203 critical infrastructure facilities, including those related to the country's energy and gas systems, as well as water supply.
Russia strikes main gas production regions in Ukraine in early October — Syniehubov
On October 3, Russia struck the Kharkiv and Poltava regions, which are key areas for gas production in Ukraine.
Ukrenergo updates information: Emergency power outages in Kyiv and eight regions
As of 13:05, emergency power outages are in effect in Kyiv and eight regions, while scheduled hourly outages are applied in the Chernihiv region.
Emergency power outages introduced in Kyiv and nine regions – Ukrenergo
Following a large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, emergency power outages have been implemented in several regions of the country.
Russia attack DTEK TPPs overnight, causing severe equipment damage
On the night of October 10, Russian forces launched an attack on thermal power plants operated by DTEK Group.
From ‘garage startup’ to world leader: Baykar CEO reveals secrets behind company’s success
The Turkish company Baykar, in nearly 40 years of existence — the last 20 focused on UAVs — has grown from a dream and a “garage startup” into a world leader in the UAV industry controlling roughly 60% of the global drone market.
State Property Fund raises over UAH 1.8B from privatization in Q3 2025
In the third quarter of 2025, the State Property Fund of Ukraine (SPFU) conducted 75 privatization auctions, generating UAH 1.815 billion in budget revenues.
09 October 2025
Ukraine and U.S. strengthen energy cooperation ahead of winter challenges
Ukraine’s Minister of Energy Svitlana Hrynchuk and U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright discussed efforts to protect Ukraine’s power system and ensure a successful heating season.
Zelensky holds meeting on preparing Ukraine’s energy sector for winter
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with the Prime Minister, the Minister of Energy, and the Head of Naftogaz to discuss preparations for the winter season and recovery in the regions affected by Russian strikes.
Zaporizhzhia NPP starts reconnection to external power – IAEA
The process of restoring external power supply to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) has begun following weeks of negotiations between the IAEA, Ukraine, and the occupying Russian authorities.
‘No missile can hurt our friendship’: Baykar CEO on building drone factory in Ukraine
The Turkish company Baykar, producer of the Bayraktar TB2 drones, sees helping Ukraine as a moral duty and considers the construction of a drone manufacturing plant in Ukraine a symbol of faith in the country’s future.
Privatization: Rivne Radio Engineering Plant sold via Dutch auction
The State Property Fund of Ukraine has sold its stake in PJSC Rivne Radio Engineering Plant for UAH 31 million through a Dutch auction.
08 October 2025
Presidential Administration discusses cooperation on energy and infrastructure restoration with EBRD Vice President
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Iryna Mudra and Vice President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development Matteo Patrone discussed further cooperation in the fields of energy, infrastructure restoration, and support for state-owned enterprises during their meeting.
Government approves plan for getting through winter — PM Svyrydenko
The government has approved a Winter Plan – a unified roadmap for all ministries and agencies.
Zelensky says fuel shortage in Russia already nearing 20%
The fuel shortage in Russia is already approaching 20%, with Russians using diesel reserves that they had been saving for a rainy day.
Zelensky discusses strengthening Ukraine’s defense industry with heads of investment funds and business associations
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with the heads of Ukrainian and international investment funds and business associations.
Ukrainian government allocates additional UAH 36.6B to Defense Ministry
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has allocated an additional UAH 36.6 billion to meet the needs of the Ministry of Defense.
Several regions left without power after Russian attacks; Chernihiv region faces most severe outages
Due to the Russian attack, as of the morning of October 8, users in several regions are without power, and hourly power outages are in effect in the Chernihiv region.