Energoatom
Kirill Dmitriev said that Russia and the US have joint projects in the data center sector. According to him, Washington is looking for ways to lift sanctions.
The IAEA will send missions to 19 substations that are critically important for the operation of Ukraine’s nuclear power plants. The decision was made against the backdrop of Russian attacks on the power system.
Ukrainian military forces struck a Russian Buk-M3, a base for attack UAVs, an electronic warfare station, telecommunications nodes and repair units.
A Russian drone attacked the Institute for Nuclear Research in Kyiv, 100 meters from the reactor. The Foreign Ministry called it nuclear terrorism.
The President of Ukraine promised the return of asset declarations for law enforcement officers and security personnel not at war. The heads of government authorities will also be checked.
Ukraine is ready to stop strikes on Russia's critical infrastructure if Moscow mutually refrains from attacks. Zelenskyy expects specifics from the partners.
Canada will allocate approximately $546 million to Ukraine for gas purchases and reserves ahead of winter. Another $144 million will be allocated to energy projects.
Russia's attack damaged the energy infrastructure of Mykolaiv and Kherson regions. After the security situation stabilized, electricity supply was restored.
Ukrainian energy workers restored the "Ferosplavna-1" line and supplied the ZNPP with 11 MW of power. The plant had been without external power since August 20.
Since August 20, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has been operating on diesel generators after losing external power. Energoatom warns of the risks of failure of the safety systems.
Ratcliffe failed to convince Putin to make concessions regarding Ukraine. After the visit, Russia intensified its strikes on civilian infrastructure.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
Russia is intensifying attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure ahead of winter. Ukrainian experts advise striking back at oil refineries, oil logistics, and Russia’s export terminals.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi held his first meeting with the Supervisory Board of "Energoatom. " He expects a transparent competition and a reboot of the company’s management.
The SAPO prosecutor stated that Timur Mindich gave Iryna Mudra cash for Herman Halushchenko’s bail. The funds were supposed to be laundered through fictitious transactions.
Putin's decree allows the Russian authorities to take over the management of critical facilities due to security threats or delays in restoration. This concerns energy, industry, communications, and essential services.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine’s defense industry needs to scale up the production of drones and long-range systems. The President called for creating protection against Russian ballistic missiles.
Energoatom has returned the sixth of the nuclear power plant's nine units to operation ahead of schedule. This is expected to add 210 million kWh of electricity and strengthen preparations for winter.
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant lost external power for the sixteenth time this year. Backup generators supported critical systems, but their frequent use wears out the equipment.
Parliament adopted a law to transform the uranium processing plant into a state-owned joint-stock company. The enterprise will be protected from bankruptcy for three years.
Lawmakers supported transforming the uranium plant into a joint-stock company with 100% state ownership. Energoatom will provide UAH 555 million in assistance.
Since the start of the invasion, the Zaporizhzhia NPP has lost external power 26 times, including 14 incidents in 2026. Frequent switching to diesel generators wears down equipment and increases nuclear risks.
At a meeting of the Energy Headquarters chaired by Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi, projected electricity and gas balances for various winter scenarios were reviewed. The progress of repairs at generating facilities and the installation of additional protection were also analyzed.
On August 8, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant twice lost external power supply, and its own needs were switched to diesel generators. Energoatom emphasizes the risks to nuclear safety due to the Russian occupation of the plant.
Energoatom has completed scheduled repairs on five nuclear power units, preparing them for the heating season. Hydroelectric units and a gas turbine installation have also been repaired, which will increase electricity generation in winter.
The third day of the Ambassadors’ Conference concluded in Kyiv, where priorities were identified for attracting international assistance and supporting the energy sector. Diplomats were urged to intensify their efforts to get through the heating season.
On August 4, the Zaporizhzhia NPP lost external power supply and operated on diesel generators. Power was restored at 14:20, this is already the 12th blackout in 2026.
Romania's Ministry of Defense conducts controlled explosions on the river to change the Danube's course. The operation aims to ensure water supply for the Cernavodă nuclear power plant due to a record drop in water level.
Russian "Rosatom" failed to complete the construction of a nuclear power plant in India on time. Overdue accounts receivable of Russian companies reached 9 trillion rubles.
Ukraine prepares its energy system for the August heat, which could increase consumption by 1 GW. The schedules for NPP repairs have been adjusted, greater imports are being prepared, but restrictions for industry are possible.