Ukrenergo creates Ethics and Anti-Corruption Committee
The Supervisory Board of Ukrenergo has established an Ethics and Anti-Corruption Committee aimed at strengthening independent oversight of integrity-related matters.
Economy
04 December 2025
US allows operations with Lukoil gas stations outside Russia until late April
On December 4, the U.S. Department of the Treasury allowed operations with Lukoil gas stations located outside Russia by issuing a general license valid until April 29, 2026.
Ukraine bets on private sector and localization of defense-production, says DM Shmyhal
Ukraine's key advantage is that it relies on the private sector and strives for complete localization in weapons production.
IMF announces conditions for launching new program for Ukraine
The IMF Executive Board will make a decision on a new program for Ukraine only after the authorities fulfill the preconditions and financing guarantees are secured within the framework of the new agreements.
Russian attacks cause power outages in three regions
As of the morning of December 4, consumers in three regions remained without electricity following overnight Russian strikes.
Over 99% of boiler houses operating in Ukraine – Regional Development Ministry
As of December 3, more than 99% of boiler houses across Ukraine are operational, and 99% of the housing stock is connected to heating, according to Deputy Minister for Communities and Territories Development Kostiantyn Kovalchuk.
Naftogaz imports 4.4 bcm of gas since May
Since May 2025, Naftogaz Group has imported around 4.4 billion cubic meters of natural gas to prepare for the heating season, with total imports expected to exceed 5 billion cubic meters by year‑end.
Collapse of Rosneft's revenues threatens related sectors of Russia's economy – intelligence
A steep decline in the financial performance of Rosneft could trigger a chain reaction of reduced solvency in related sectors such as logistics, oilfield services, and machine building.
03 December 2025
Turkish expert: global drone production relies on Ukraine’s experience
The global defense industry is entering the second phase of developing kamikaze drones and FPV drones, which involves integrating them with other systems, in particular thanks to Ukraine's experience.
EU adds Russia to “grey list” over money laundering concerns
On December 3, the European Commission added Russia to the list of countries with a high risk of money laundering and terrorist financing.
Ukrainian government initiates immediate termination of supervisory boards of several state energy companies
On December 3, the government adopted a decision that continues the personnel reboot in the energy and defense sectors.
Ukraine to spend UAH 2.8 trillion on army in 2026 – nearly 60% of all expenditures
Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko welcomed the adoption of the 2026 state budget and emphasized that it is crucial for the Cabinet of Ministers to ensure the budget remains balanced and meets the country’s real needs during wartime.
European Commission presents two measures for providing financial support to Ukraine in 2026–2027
To bolster Ukraine's financial resilience amidst the ongoing Russian war of aggression, the European Commission today proposes two solutions to address Ukraine's financing needs for 2026-2027: EU borrowing and a Reparations Loan.
Mandates of significant part of supervisory boards of main state energy companies to be terminated – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that today the mandates of a substantial part of the supervisory boards of major state-owned energy companies will be terminated, following a meeting with Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko.
Owner of oil tanker damaged near Senegal ceases all Russian operations
The Turkish company Besiktas Shipping, which owns the oil tanker damaged after four external explosions off the coast of Senegal last week, is ending all Russia-related shipping operations.
Four regions without power after overnight Russian attacks - Ukrenergo
As of the morning of December 3, consumers in four regions were left without power due to Russian attacks.
Ukraine already exported 12.4 mln tonnes of grain this season
As of December 1, Ukraine had exported 12.384 million tonnes of grain and pulses in the first five months of the 2025/2026 marketing year.
02 December 2025
Rada may consider 2026 budget on Dec 3 if government reaches compromise with MPs
The draft law on Ukraine’s state budget for 2026 is preliminarily included on the agenda of the Verkhovna Rada’s session on December 3. There is still no committee conclusion on the document, and the main committee’s meeting will take place tomorrow morning.
Russians attack Ukraine’s gas infrastructure again – Naftogaz
Gas production and storage facilities in Ukraine came under attack by enemy drones on December 1–2; damage has been recorded, and company specialists are prepared to begin repairs immediately.
From 0.5 to 3 stages: Power outage schedules on Tuesday to be in effect 24/7 nationwide
In all regions of Ukraine on Tuesday, 2 December, electricity consumption will be restricted, and schedules for all customers will remain in force around the clock.
Entrepreneurs receive UAH 77.8B in concessionary loans this year
Representatives of micro, small and medium‑sized businesses received more than 26,000 loans worth UAH 77.8 billion under the state program Affordable Loans 5‑7‑9% in January–November 2025.
01 December 2025
Russian attacks leave users in several regions without power — Ukrenergo
As of the morning of December 1, new Russian attacks have left users in the Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kherson regions without power.
30 November 2025
Svyrydenko: Industry-led business initiatives should become part of state policy
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has said that industry-led business initiatives with the potential to strengthen the economy should become part of government policy.
Utility rates in Russia rise over 40% since 2022 - intel
In the Russian Federation, tariffs for housing and communal services have increased by more than 40% since 2022, and their next increase has been approved for 2026—after five years of full-scale war against Ukraine, the increase will exceed 50%.
29 November 2025
Power outage schedules to be in effect around clock in all regions on Saturday
On Saturday, November 29, electricity usage restrictions will be in effect nationwide in Ukraine, 24 hours a day.
28 November 2025
IAEA deploys additional mission to Chornobyl to assess impact of Russian strike
The International Atomic Energy Agency sent additional experts to the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant this week to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the condition of the New Safe Confinement, which was damaged during a Russian drone strike in February 2025.
Russia selling strategic gold reserves — intelligence
The Central Bank of Russia has for the first time begun direct sales of gold from its reserves on the domestic market, opening access to the metal for banks, state-owned companies, and certain investment structures.
27 November 2025
Russia can lose $30B in oil and gas revenue this year – intelligence
The Russian Federation is expected to lose $30 billion in oil and gas revenue this year and could lose around $50 billion next year.
PrivatBank to pursue enforcement of over $3B judgment against Kolomoisky and Bogolyubov
The former owners failed to pay PrivatBank more than $3 billion by the deadline set by the English court, so the bank will seek to enforce the judgment in multiple jurisdictions.