Zelensky: Heating season in Ukraine begins today
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that the official start of the heating season in Ukraine is set for October 28.
Economy
Russia launches another attack on Ukraine’s gas infrastructure
During the night of October 28, a new wave of Russian missile strikes damaged gas production facilities operated by Naftogaz Group in the Poltava region.
Zelensky in talks with Germany and Italy on purchasing additional power-generation equipment
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that he is holding talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on the purchase of additional equipment for electricity generation.
New power outages due to Russian shelling — Ukrenergo
As of the morning of October28, consumers in several regions of Ukraine remain without electricity due to Russian shelling. In some areas, scheduled hourly power outages are in effect.
Greek energy sector interested in cooperation with Ukraine – Energy Ministry
Ukraine’s Minister of Energy Svitlana Hrynchuk met with Ambassador of Greece to Ukraine Pantelis Alexandros Dimitrakopoulos to discuss the state of Ukraine’s energy system following recent large-scale Russian attacks, as well as the country’s urgent needs for rapid repairs and equipment reserves.
27 October 2025
Lukoil says it plans to sell foreign assets following U.S. sanctions
Lukoil has begun reviewing proposals from potential buyers for the sale of its international assets after the imposition of U.S. sanctions.
EU interested in expanding trade with Ukraine in both directions – EU commissioner
The European Commission supports expanding the trade in agricultural products between Ukraine and the EU in both directions to ensure benefits for farmers on both sides.
Saab ready to open Gripen fighter jet assembly plant in Ukraine
Swedish aerospace company Saab is prepared to open a final-assembly plant in Ukraine as part of a proposed deal for Kyiv to buy up to 150 Gripen fighter jets.
Estonia allocates EUR 150,000 to support Ukraine’s energy system
Estonia has allocated EUR 150,000 to support Ukraine’s energy system and the Energy Support Fund.
EU Council to discuss trade with Ukraine today
At today's meeting of the EU Council in Luxembourg, EU agriculture ministers will discuss ways to increase Ukrainian exports.
Emergency power outages lifted; rolling blackout schedules introduced in several regions
Several regions across Ukraine have been forced to implement rolling blackout schedules due to damage from recent Russian strikes targeting energy infrastructure. In addition, severe weather has caused full or partial power outages in 54 settlements across the Dnipropetrovsk region.
26 October 2025
U.S. expected to drop plans for 100% tariffs on China
The U.S. government is likely to abandon its plan to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese goods.
Russia is outsider on oil market — intelligence
Russia’s potential for increasing oil production is minimal, making it an outsider among major exporters.
25 October 2025
Full heating season to begin in coming days, no delays from government – minister Hrynchuk
Despite challenging circumstances, Ukraine’s full-scale heating season will start in the coming days, with no delays from the government.
Ukrenergo implements hourly power outage schedules in certain regions on Sunday
On Sunday, October 26, electricity consumption will be restricted in some regions of Ukraine.
Germany's contribution to UESF will reach EUR 450 million – Reiche
Germany's total contribution to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund (UESF) will amount to EUR 450 million, which represents nearly one-third of the entire fund.
Coalition of the Willing chairs agree on urgent support for Ukraine's energy sector
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, as chairs of the Coalition of the Willing, have agreed to ensure Ukraine's energy resilience and provide immediate assistance to protect and restore its infrastructure.
24 October 2025
Germany contributes EUR 60M to Ukraine Energy Support Fund – PM Svyrydenko
Germany has contributed EUR 60 million to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund, which will be used, among other things, to supply generators, energy equipment, and mobile thermal power plants.
Ukraine needs about EUR 2B for additional gas imports – Svyrydenko
Ukraine will need approximately EUR 2 billion to finance additional gas imports, which will be covered through domestic reserves and assistance from international partners.
Power outage schedules in effect today across 12 regions — Ukrenergo
Today, October 24, from 07:00 to 23:00, hourly power outage schedules are being implemented across twelve regions. New Russian strikes have caused electricity disruptions in several regions.
23 October 2025
Government allocates ₴8.4 billion from reserve fund to secure heating season
Today, October 23, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the allocation of ₴8.4 billion from the state budget’s reserve fund to ensure a stable heating season in 2025/2026.
NBU keeps key policy rate at 15.5%
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has decided to keep its key policy rate unchanged at 15.5%.
Lithuanian president on US sanctions against Rosneft, Lukoil: This is a game changer
Sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil will directly affect the oil and gas industry, which generates revenue for Russia's war machine. This will inevitably lead to the collapse of the Russian economy.
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is out of month-long blackout — Hrynchuk
Repair crews have completed work on one of the external power lines supplying the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
Power outage schedules in effect across 12 regions following Russian strikes — Ukrenergo
Today, October 23, hourly electricity outage schedules are being implemented from 07:00 to 23:00 across 12 regions of Ukraine. New Russian strikes have caused electricity disruptions in the Kharkiv and Chernihiv regions.
EU approves 19th package of sanctions against Russia – Reuters
The European Union has approved a 19th package of sanctions against Russia for its war against Ukraine that includes a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports.
US Treasury announces sanctions against major Russian oil companies
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced sanctions against major Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, urging Moscow to immediately agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Ukrainian Defense Ministry explains essence of Build in Ukraine initiative
The Build in Ukraine initiative is designed to integrate Ukraine's defense industry into Europe's defense ecosystem, increase security assistance to Ukraine, and attract additional investment.
Hrynchuk, European Commission official discuss energy sector challenges ahead of winter
Ukrainian Minister of Energy Svitlana Hrynchuk held an online meeting with Gert Jan Koopman, Director General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations at the European Commission, to discuss the challenges facing Ukraine’s energy sector ahead of the winter season.