US against EU plan to seize Russian assets after Trump-Putin call – Bloomberg
The United States is balking at a European Union-led plan for Group of Seven nations to expand the use of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.
Economy
20 October 2025
US interested in cooperation with Ukraine in nuclear energy, gas, oil sectors – Zelensky
The United States has shown strong interest in joint energy projects with Ukraine, particularly in the fields of nuclear power generation, gas, and oil.
Zelensky: Half of funds for gas procurement already secured, Government to find rest
At today’s Staff meeting, the required volumes and sources of financing for gas procurement for the heating season were determined. Half of the necessary funds have already been secured, while the Government has been tasked with finding the remaining amount.
Preparation for winter and protection of energy infrastructure: Zelensky holds Staff meeting
Most of the issues discussed during the Staff meeting concerned the energy situation in the regions, protection of energy facilities, preparation for the winter season, and gas procurement.
Russians attack coal enterprise in Dnipropetrovsk region, DTEK beneficiation plant
On Monday, Russians attacked a beneficiation plant in the Dnipropetrovsk region.
Russia shifts tactics: targeted strikes aim to cripple Ukraine’s energy system region by region – Energy Ministry
The tactics Russia is now using to attack Ukraine’s energy system make it harder to quickly repair damaged infrastructure.
Ex-deputy director of ‘Ukrinmash’ declared internationally wanted in Ukroboronprom embezzlement case
The Appeals Chamber of the High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) has confiscated UAH 3.4 million in bail and declared the former deputy general director of the company 'Ukrinmash' internationally wanted in a case involving the embezzlement of funds from a subsidiary of Ukroboronprom (Ukrainian Defense Industry).
Electricity restrictions in effect for businesses across Ukraine; hourly outage schedules in Chernihiv region
On Monday, October 20, power limitation schedules for businesses and industrial consumers are in effect across all regions of Ukraine from 06:00 to 22:00. In the Chernihiv region, hourly power outages are being implemented.
Russians attack railway and port infrastructure overnight
Russian forces launched another nighttime assault on Ukraine’s logistics infrastructure early Monday, October 20, striking railway and port facilities.
Russian business loses growth opportunities amid “war economy”
Due to the need to fund its military budget, Russian business no longer has the resources for development, and entire industries may face collapse in the near future.
19 October 2025
Ukrenergo to impose power restrictions for industry across Ukraine on Monday
On Monday, October 20, Ukraine's national power grid operator Ukrenergo will implement power limitation schedules for industrial consumers in all regions of Ukraine.
18 October 2025
Ukraine's Restoration Agency fortifies 22 energy facilities over past year – minister
Ukraine's State Agency for Restoration and Infrastructure Development has built protective structures at 22 energy facilities over the past year.
Government adopts measures to boost energy infrastructure protection
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has established a Coordination Center for Engineering Protection and approved a series of decisions aimed at accelerating the construction of protective structures at energy facilities.
Repair of damaged power lines begins at ZNPP — IAEA
After four weeks of power outages, repair work has begun on damaged external power lines at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
Trump imposes 25% tariffs on imported trucks
U.S. President Donald Trump’s Administration has officially imposed a 25% tariff on imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks and related parts, as well as a 10% tariff on buses.
Ukraine becoming the most promising market for defense industry investment – Shmyhal
Ukraine is becoming a global hub for the production of advanced security solutions and is emerging as one of the most promising markets for investment in the defense-industrial sector, according to Minister of Defense Denys Shmyhal.
Ukraine and Australia sign convention to eliminate double taxation
During the Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), representatives of the Ukrainian and Australian governments signed a Convention for the Elimination of Double Taxation with respect to taxes on income and the prevention of tax evasion and avoidance.
Two sugar plants suspend operations in Vinnytsia region
Two of the five operating sugar plants in the Vinnytsia region have suspended production due to a shortage of raw materials. Local farmers were unable to harvest sugar beets because of prolonged adverse weather conditions.
17 October 2025
Ukrenergo may implement emergency power cuts in evening
On Friday, emergency power cuts are planned during the evening peak consumption period; in the eastern part of the country, power cuts may resume in the next hour.
Preferential mortgage rate for IDPs to remain unchanged – Shuliak
The preferential mortgage rate of 7% under the eOselya housing program for internally displaced persons (IDPs) will remain in effect, along with a 70% compensation on the initial down payment.
Ukrainian president, U.S. energy secretary discuss joint projects
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to discuss joint projects.
Emergency power outages implemented in Kyiv and two other regions
Emergency power outages have been introduced in Kyiv, Kyiv region, and Dnipropetrovsk region.
Ukraine and Poland sign letter of intent on defense industry cooperation
Kyiv and Warsaw have signed a letter of intent to enhance cooperation between their defense industries.
Sobolev outlines Ukraine’s key investment advantages
Ukraine’s main competitive advantages for attracting investment include the adaptability of its business sector during wartime, its trajectory toward European integration, and the large-scale demand that will be generated by post-war reconstruction.
16 October 2025
PM Svyrydenko: Ukraine counting on EU's decision to implement reparations loan mechanism
Russia does not intend to stop the aggression, so international support for Ukraine must be consistent and effective.
Svyrydenko discusses Ukraine's financial needs for 2026 with partners in Washington
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko discussed Ukraine's financial needs for the next budget period with the president of the World Bank Group, Ajay Banga, the World Bank's Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde, the President of the European Investment Bank, Nadia Calvino and the President of the EBRD, Odile Renaud-Basso.
Reparations loan should become key financing instrument for Ukraine in 2026 – Marchenko
A "reparations loan," a new financing instrument created in support of Ukraine, which implies the use of frozen Russian assets, is expected to become one of the main instruments for securing the country's financial needs in 2026-2027.
Emergency power cuts introduced across Ukraine
Emergency power cuts have been introduced across Ukraine.
Ukrenergo not planning to introduce scheduled power outages for households
Ukraine's national power grid operator Ukrenergo currently has no plans to introduce scheduled hourly power outages for households.