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08 February 2026
First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal discussed the development of joint energy and cross-border infrastructure projects with Romanian Minister of Energy Bogdan-Gruia Ivan.
07 February 2026
In Ukraine, on Sunday, February 8, hourly power outage schedules will be in effect for household consumers throughout the entire day, while industrial consumers will face capacity restrictions. In some regions, emergency power outages will continue to be applied.
The energy situation in Ukraine remains extremely difficult, with the loss of power due to Russian attacks overnight and in the morning of February 7 creating a significant additional electricity deficit.
Over several hours, Russian forces attacked the Burshtyn Thermal Power Plant (TPP) with missiles and drones, causing a temporary shutdown of heat and water supply in the town. The plant itself also temporarily ceased operations.
First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal, during a working visit to western regions of Ukraine, inspected electricity infrastructure and the progress of work to strengthen the energy system.
Most regions of Ukraine are currently experiencing emergency power outages, which will be cancelled once the power system stabilizes.
As a result of a massive missile and drone strike by Russian troops on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, nuclear power plants were forced to reduce their generation capacity.
On February 7, Russian strikes targeted substations and 750 kV and 330 kV power lines that form the backbone of Ukraine's power grid, as well as the Burshtyn and Dobrotvir thermal power plants.
US President Donald Trump canceled 25% tariffs on imports from India, imposed due to the purchase of Russian oil, and also announced the possibility of imposing tariffs on countries that continue to trade with Iran.
Russia has launched another massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure this morning.
The Russian economy's critical dependence on imports of high-tech products is thwarting the Kremlin's plans to achieve 90% technological independence by 2030.
As of February 1, 2026, Ukraine’s international reserves climbed to USD 57.7 billion, marking a record high.
06 February 2026
Ukraine's First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal held an online meeting with U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright.
At least five artillery strikes by Russian forces have been recorded at the Kherson Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Plant.
Restoration of heat supply at Darnytska Combined Heat and Power Plant (CHPP) in Kyiv in two months is possible only partially. This does not mean that the station’s electricity generation will be restored. Final restoration timelines will be determined after debris removal and a full technical assessment.
In Ukraine's western Zakarpattia region, the Batiovo community has managed to attract more than UAH 10 billion in investment over four years of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine.
05 February 2026
The main topics of the talks between President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Kyiv were energy assistance, Poland's participation in PURL, and joint weapons production.
In Kharkiv, due to Russian strikes on critical infrastructure in the morning of February 5, there is no stable electricity supply, with intermittent or complete outages; electric transport has been halted.
In Kyiv, more than 1,100 buildings remain without heating.
The government continues to implement support measures for Ukrainians amid the energy crisis caused by Russian strikes—217 attacks have already been recorded since the beginning of the year.
04 February 2026
According to preliminary estimates, Ukraine's real gross domestic product in the fourth quarter of 2025 increased by 0.7% compared to the third quarter.
Power outage schedules may worsen due to the energy situation, which remains difficult after Russian attacks.
Ukraine has received its first shipment of U.S. liquefied gas this year and is now preparing new supply routes.
International partners have provided Ukraine with energy equipment for backup power supply with a total capacity of more than 145 megawatts.
France and Ukraine have resumed the Business Council to overcome mutual concerns in the context of EU integration.
The Republic of Moldova will provide humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the context of ongoing attacks on critical infrastructure, adverse weather conditions, and as a sign of solidarity and gratitude for Ukraine’s defense of the entire European continent against the aggression of the Russian Federation for nearly four years.
First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal held a meeting with Nicolas Forissier, France’s Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and Investment Attractiveness at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.
Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, Japan has provided Ukraine with more than $15 billion in assistance across various sectors.
France and Ukraine will be able to jointly advance nuclear energy within the European Union, contributing to the EU’s energy autonomy and decarbonization.
03 February 2026
Following Russia's strikes on energy facilities, the most difficult situation is in Kyiv, Kharkiv, the Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Vinnytsia regions, and parts of the Chernivtsi region.