Ukraine needs about EUR 2B for additional gas imports – Svyrydenko
Ukraine will need approximately EUR 2 billion to finance additional gas imports, which will be covered through domestic reserves and assistance from international partners.
Economy
Power outage schedules in effect today across 12 regions — Ukrenergo
Today, October 24, from 07:00 to 23:00, hourly power outage schedules are being implemented across twelve regions. New Russian strikes have caused electricity disruptions in several regions.
23 October 2025
Government allocates ₴8.4 billion from reserve fund to secure heating season
Today, October 23, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the allocation of ₴8.4 billion from the state budget’s reserve fund to ensure a stable heating season in 2025/2026.
NBU keeps key policy rate at 15.5%
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has decided to keep its key policy rate unchanged at 15.5%.
Lithuanian president on US sanctions against Rosneft, Lukoil: This is a game changer
Sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil will directly affect the oil and gas industry, which generates revenue for Russia's war machine. This will inevitably lead to the collapse of the Russian economy.
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is out of month-long blackout — Hrynchuk
Repair crews have completed work on one of the external power lines supplying the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
Power outage schedules in effect across 12 regions following Russian strikes — Ukrenergo
Today, October 23, hourly electricity outage schedules are being implemented from 07:00 to 23:00 across 12 regions of Ukraine. New Russian strikes have caused electricity disruptions in the Kharkiv and Chernihiv regions.
EU approves 19th package of sanctions against Russia – Reuters
The European Union has approved a 19th package of sanctions against Russia for its war against Ukraine that includes a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports.
US Treasury announces sanctions against major Russian oil companies
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced sanctions against major Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, urging Moscow to immediately agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Ukrainian Defense Ministry explains essence of Build in Ukraine initiative
The Build in Ukraine initiative is designed to integrate Ukraine's defense industry into Europe's defense ecosystem, increase security assistance to Ukraine, and attract additional investment.
Hrynchuk, European Commission official discuss energy sector challenges ahead of winter
Ukrainian Minister of Energy Svitlana Hrynchuk held an online meeting with Gert Jan Koopman, Director General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations at the European Commission, to discuss the challenges facing Ukraine’s energy sector ahead of the winter season.
22 October 2025
Electricity prices for households to remain unchanged this winter – PM Svyrydenko
The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the public service obligation (PSO) on electricity until April 30, 2026, meaning that during the heating season, citizens will continue to pay UAH 4.32 per kWh.
Ukrainian president, Saab leadership discuss joint drone production
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he discussed joint drone production with the leadership of Saab.
Hourly power outage schedules introduced across Ukraine
Starting at 16:00, electricity supply will be limited across all regions of Ukraine, with up to three groups subject to hourly outage schedules simultaneously.
Parliament approves draft state budget for 2026 in first reading
On October 22, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine approved the draft Law on the State Budget for 2026 in its first reading.
Zelensky approves increase in defense spending by ₴325 billion
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a law amending the Law of Ukraine ”On the State Budget of Ukraine for 2025“ regarding financial support for the security and defense sector.
Energy facilities damaged in several regions due to Russian attack — Ukrenergo
Due to the aftermath of Russia’s strike on the energy sector, emergency power outages are being implemented across most regions of Ukraine. As a result of previous attacks, power consumption limits for industrial facilities will be in effect from 16:00 to 22:00.
Emergency power outages implemented across most regions of Ukraine – Ukrenergo
Following a large-scale missile and drone attack targeting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, emergency power outages have been introduced in the majority of regions across the country.
Turkey actively diversifies energy supply sources — TUID
Turkey is actively working to diversify its energy supply sources and is expected to increase imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United States in the near future.
Ukrainian farmers sow nearly 5M hectares of winter crops
As of October 21, Ukrainian farmers have sown 4.83 million hectares of winter crops, accounting for 74.0% of the forecasted planting area.
21 October 2025
Russia waging world's largest terror campaign against Ukraine's energy system – Zelensky
Russian forces continue large-scale attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing a difficult situation in several regions, including Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv.
Parliament approves law to increase defense spending by ₴324.7 billion
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted, both in the first reading and as a whole, draft law No. 14103 amending the State Budget for 2025, which provides for an increase of ₴324.7 billion in defense sector expenditures.
EU set to help Chernihiv amid blackout – Mathernova
The EU continues to provide support ahead of the winter season and is studying the situation in Chernihiv to help the city tackle the blackout caused by the consistent Russian attacks.
Ukraine opens 17 new markets for agricultural exports – food safety agency
Since the beginning of 2025, Ukraine has opened 17 new markets for agricultural exports, surpassing its initial target of 15.
Zelensky: Russia’s budget deficit will rise from $71B to $100B
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia’s budget deficit is growing and is projected to reach nearly $100 billion next year.
20 October 2025
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.
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.