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.
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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.
Haluk Bayraktar, CEO of Baykar
Our relationship with Ukraine goes well beyond a simple trade agreement
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.
Ukraine plans to increase gas imports by around 30% – energy minister
Ukraine is negotiating with international partners to increase natural gas imports by approximately 30%.
Hrynchuk discusses urgent support needs of Ukrainian energy sector with G7+ leaders
Ukrainian Energy Minister Svitlana Hrynchuk informed G7+ leaders about the urgent needs of Ukraine’s energy sector following recent large-scale attacks on critical infrastructure.
07 October 2025
Ukraine's international reserves rise to $46.52B in Sept
Ukraine's international reserves grew by 1.1% in September 2025, reaching $46.52 billion as of October 1, according to the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU).
Zelensky assures gas prices for domestic consumers will remain unchanged
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that after a meeting with Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, it was agreed that the government would adopt a resolution to maintain a fixed price for natural gas for domestic consumers.
Ukraine's attacks on oil refineries forced Russia to maximize oil exports - Bloomberg
Sea deliveries of crude oil from Russia have remained close to a 16-month high over the past four weeks, as Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries have forced flows to be redirected to export terminals.
World Bank downgrades Ukraine’s GDP growth forecast for 2026
The World Bank has maintained its projection for Ukraine’s economic growth in 2025 at 2%, but downgraded its forecast for 2026 to 2.2%—a 3.2% drop compared to its June estimate.
Ukroboronprom seals new deals with Spanish, U.S. arms makers on combat modules and drones
During the DFNC3 defense forum, Ukrainian Defense Industry JSC (Ukroboronprom) signed several agreements with international partners, including Escribano, a Spanish manufacturer of combat modules.
Shmyhal showcases samples of Ukrainian weaponry to international partners
The capabilities of Ukraine's defense industry were demonstrated to Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene, NATO representatives and other foreign guests.
Russian attacks cut power to consumers in five regions – Ukrenergo
As of the morning of October 7, Russian strikes left consumers without electricity in the Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Sumy, and Donetsk regions. In the Chernihiv region, scheduled hourly power outages are in effect.
Enemy struck energy and railway facilities in two regions at night, Kuleba said
As a result of massive enemy attacks tonight in the Poltava and Sumy regions, energy facilities and railway infrastructure have been hit.
Energy Ministry and UNIDO discuss innovative energy solutions
Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine Roman Andarak held an online meeting with Yuko Yasunaga, Deputy Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), to discuss advanced energy technologies and cooperation opportunities.