Zelensky, Mitsotakis discuss US gas supplies to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on potential cooperation in the energy sector, including the supply of American gas to Ukraine.
Economy
Svyrydenko, IMF leadership discuss new program for Ukraine for 2026-2029
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko met with the leadership of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to discuss the continuation of cooperation and a new program for Ukraine for 2026-2029.
Germany provides EUR 400M for Ukrainian long-range drones – Pistorius
Germany is allocating EUR 400 million to support the production of Ukrainian long-range drones, whose strikes on targets deep inside Russia are already yielding results.
UK sanctions targeting Russia’s oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil
On Wednesday, the United Kingdom imposed sanctions on Russia’s largest oil companies, Lukoil and Rosneft, as well on tankers of Russia’s shadow fleet.
NBU governor discusses new loan and energy support with World Bank leadership
Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) Andriy Pyshnyy met with senior World Bank officials to discuss support for Ukraine’s energy sector amid intensified attacks, as well as the terms of a new loan under the Development Policy Operation (DPO) agreement.
Russians strike Naftogaz gas facilities three times this week, hit thermal power plant overnight
Over the past week, the aggressor has carried out three attacks on the gas infrastructure of the Naftogaz Group. One of the group's thermal power plants was also affected on the night of October 15.
Emergency power outages introduced in Cherkasy and Sumy regions
In the Cherkasy region, partial emergency power outage schedules have been implemented. Similar emergency schedules have also been introduced in the Sumy region.
U.S. ready to step up pressure on Russia, U.S. Treasury chief says
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, during a meeting with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko in Washington, assured that the United States is prepared to work with other G7 countries to intensify pressure on Russia.
Russia’s polymer industry enters prolonged stagnation – intelligence
Russia’s polymer production and processing sector has entered a phase of prolonged stagnation, according to the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine.
14 October 2025
Emergency power outage schedules canceled for Kyiv region
Emergency blackout schedules have been canceled in the Kyiv region.
Ministry of Finance placed OVDPs for ₴19.5 billion
On October 14, 2025, Ukraine’s Ministry of Finance attracted UAH 19.5 billion into the national budget by placing an equivalent worth of domestic government loan bons (OVDP) through auction.
Ukraine, EU approve updated trade terms
Ukraine and the European Union have approved a decision to remove some tariffs and increase quotas on the export of agricultural products to the EU.
IMF holds modest growth forecast for Ukraine
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has maintained its forecast for Ukraine’s real GDP growth at 2.0% in 2025 and 4.5% in 2026, in line with its April projections.
Emergency power outages implemented in nine regions of Ukraine
Emergency power outages have been implemented in Sumy, Kharkiv, Poltava, and Dnipropetrovsk regions, as well as partially in Kirovohrad, Kyiv, and Cherkasy regions.
Sunflower prices are rising in Ukraine as rapeseed prices remain stable
Sunflower prices in Ukraine are rising due to delays in harvesting, while rapeseed remains a stable alternative raw material for processors.
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).
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.