Ukraine resumes fuel imports from Hungary and Slovakia – expert
Ukraine has resumed fuel imports from Hungary and Slovakia, though this will not affect domestic market prices.
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11 May 2026
All technologies shown at SAHA 2026 already deployed on frontlines – RAROG
Ukrainian defense technology company RAROG showcased its developments in armor protection, equipment, strike drones, and integrated frontline solutions at the international defense exhibition SAHA 2026 in Istanbul. All of these products are already deployed in combat conditions.
Germany seeks to expand joint deep strike weapons production with Ukraine – Pistorius
Germany intends to expand joint production with Ukraine in the field of deep strike capabilities, according to German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
Ukraine could receive first funds from €90 billion EU loan next week – Commissioner Kos
Ukraine may receive the first payments from the EU €90 billion loan as early as next week.
No power outages expected on Monday – Ukrenergo
No electricity consumption restrictions are planned in Ukraine on Monday, May 11.
10 May 2026
Current repairs on all public roads in Ukraine to be completed by June 1 – PM Svyrydenko
Current repairs on all public roads in Ukraine are set to be completed by June 1.
Renewables accounted for 11% of Ukraine's electricity generation in 2025 – regulator
In 2025, renewable energy sources provided 11% of Ukraine's total electricity generation.
09 May 2026
Cabinet approves winter readiness, economic support measures for Kherson, Mykolaiv regions
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, during an off-site meeting in Mykolaiv, adopted a series of decisions aimed at addressing key challenges in the Kherson and Mykolaiv regions.
Ukraine's EDRONE presents drone interceptors for critical infrastructure protection in Turkey
Ukrainian company EDRONE has showcased its Baton drone interceptor system designed to protect critical infrastructure at the SAHA 2026 defense exhibition in Istanbul. The unmanned aerial system was presented in two configurations – fixed-wing and copter-type.
08 May 2026
IAEA completes another mission to Ukraine's high-voltage substations
Experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency carried out another inspection of substations critical to nuclear safety.
AFU engineering units clear 157 hectares of farmland in April
In April, engineering units of the Support Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine cleared 157 hectares of agricultural land and about 35 hectares of forest from explosive devices.
Russia carries out 596 strikes on energy infrastructure since start of full-scale war – SSU
Russian forces have carried out 596 strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.
Ukraine and Finland sign agreement on equipment for gas engine power plants
Ukraine and Finland have signed a framework agreement on the supply of equipment for gas engine power plants.
07 May 2026
Russian attacks cause new power outages in frontline regions, says Ukrenergo
As of the morning of May 7, Russian attacks have left users without power in the Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Sumy regions.
Ukrenergo forecasts no power outages for Thursday, May 7
Ukraine's NEC Ukrenergo does not forecast any power outages for Thursday, May 7.
06 May 2026
Hungary returns funds and valuables belonging to Oschadbank to Ukraine – Zelensky
Hungary returned to Ukraine money and valuables of Oschadbank that had been seized by Hungarian special services in March of this year.
Enemy shelling causes new power outages in three regions, says Ukrenergo
As of the morning of May 6, Russian attacks have left users without power in the Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kharkiv regions.
Oil refinery in Leningrad region halts refining after drone attack – Reuters
The Kirishi Oil Refinery (Kirishinefteorgsintez) in Russia's Leningrad region has halted oil processing following a Ukrainian drone attack on the night of May 4-5.
Ukraine expects UAH 13B from privatization in 2026 – Svyrydenko
In 2026, the government expects to raise about UAH 10 billion from large-scale privatization and an additional UAH 3 billion from the sale of smaller assets.
05 May 2026
Egypt allows ship with stolen Ukrainian grain to unload despite prosecutor's request – Sybiha
Despite repeated warnings and a formal request from Ukrainian Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko, the vessel ASOMATOS was allowed to unload 26,900 tonnes of stolen Ukrainian wheat in Abu Qir, Egypt.
Russia’s oil exports drop by 1.8 mln tonnes in April amid port strikes and sanctions – Vlasiuk
Russia lost about 1.8 million tonnes of oil exports in April as a result of sanctions pressure and strikes on key Baltic ports, though the country is working to offset the shortfall through alternative routes.
Russians shell Naftogaz facilities in Poltava and Kharkiv regions: Five dead, 37 wounded
On the night of May 5, Russian forces launched a massive shelling campaign against Naftogaz Group facilities in Poltava and Kharkiv regions, resulting in casualties.
Nearly 85% of Ukraine’s cheese imports come from Poland – expert
In 2025, Ukraine imported up to 16,000 tonnes of hard cheese, with Polish products accounting for 80–85% of the total.
Naftogaz reports UAH 5.8B profit in 2025
In 2025, the consolidated profit of NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine amounted to UAH 5.83 billion.
03 May 2026
IAEA to inspect lab near Zaporizhzhia NPP after reported attack
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has been informed by Russian forces controlling the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) that a drone strike hit the External Radiation Control Laboratory.
Ukrenergo forecasts no power outages on Monday
Ukraine's national energy company Ukrenergo stated that no electricity consumption restrictions are planned for Monday, May 4.
Military and construction waste in Ukraine could become additional source of energy, says Turkish expert
Millions of tons of military and construction waste have accumulated in Ukraine as a result of the war, and this waste could be converted into an additional energy source to provide the population with electricity and heat.
02 May 2026
Ukrenergo not predicting power outages for Sunday
No electricity consumption restrictions are expected in Ukraine on Sunday, May 3.
Russians attack Naftogaz facilities in Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk regions
On May 2, Russian forces attacked Naftogaz facilities in the Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk regions; a company employee was injured.