$44.520.0351.640.24

Electricity

News by theme
IAEA reports new risks at ZNPP due to drones and power supply issues

ZNPP depends on a single power line due to constant drone attacks. The IAEA is negotiating a ceasefire to carry out necessary repair work.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 01:09 PM • 3844 views
People are the state's unconditional priority: Energy Minister Shmyhal counts on continued fruitful cooperation with the FPU

Serhiy Byzov was re-elected as the head of the FPU at the IX Congress in Kyiv. Energy Minister Shmyhal announced salary increases and strengthened protection for workers.

Society • May 22, 11:28 AM • 2990 views
Ukraine plans to reach production of 150 million cubic meters of biomethane by the end of 2026 - Ministry of Economy

Ukraine plans to produce 150 million cubic meters of biomethane by the end of 2026. The main market driver will be the export of fuel to the European Union.

Economy • May 22, 11:18 AM • 7259 views
Russian regions are plunging into a utility crisis amid mass accidents and infrastructure collapse - intelligence

Due to worn-out networks and military spending, water and heat are disappearing en masse across Russian regions. Large-scale utility accidents have been recorded in Engels and Voronezh.

News of the World • May 22, 09:37 AM • 3625 views
Power outages recorded in 8 regions of Ukraine due to Russian shelling and bad weather

Parts of eight Ukrainian regions are without power due to hostilities and severe weather. Power engineers are restoring supply; no planned restrictions are forecasted for today.

Society • May 22, 07:37 AM • 4861 views
Lukoil's fourth-largest refinery partially suspends production after drone attack – media

The NORSI plant has shut down the CDU-6 unit, which accounted for 53% of its capacity. This occurred following a Ukrainian drone attack on the Lukoil facility.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 08:07 PM • 11669 views
"It looks like I'm the one who will do it": Trump stated that US presidents have contemplated intervening in Cuba's affairs for decades

Trump did not rule out the possibility of intervening "in the affairs" of Cuba to help the population. He plans to open the country for the return of Cuban Americans.

News of the World • May 21, 06:27 PM • 4897 views
Exclusive
Birth rate in Ukraine is falling: what will happen to schools in 4–5 yearsPhoto

Due to the falling birth rate, the number of first-graders in Ukraine has decreased by 13%. In the long term, schools will lose up to 90,000 students every year.

Society • May 21, 03:59 PM • 50372 views
Ukraine prepares to scale production of cheap missiles to down "Shaheds" - Fedorov

Ukraine is scaling up the production of cheap interceptor missiles to combat Shaheds. The weapons stockpile is being prepared for the autumn-winter period.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 11:43 AM • 2784 views
Battery storage stations will receive critical infrastructure status - Shmyhal

The government has added energy storage systems to the list of critical infrastructure for their protection. More than 500 MW of such capacity has already been installed in Ukraine.

Economy • May 21, 09:31 AM • 3825 views
Ukraine called to confront the "grotesque reality" and strip Russia of its status as a permanent member of the UN Security Council

Melnyk called for stripping the Russian Federation of its status in the UN Security Council due to terror against civilians. The beginning of 2026 has become the deadliest for civilians in history.

Politics • May 21, 07:56 AM • 3641 views
Power outages reported in 8 regions of Ukraine due to shelling and bad weather - Ministry of Energy

More than 160 settlements across eight regions remain without electricity due to shelling and severe weather conditions. Power engineers are working to restore the grids.

Society • May 21, 07:26 AM • 11531 views
Businesses will be able to purchase electricity directly without auctions

The government has allowed energy producers to enter into direct agreements without mandatory auctions. This is expected to accelerate the implementation of PPA contracts and business autonomy.

Economy • May 21, 06:59 AM • 2499 views
Rubio offers Cubans a "new path" and $100 million

Marco Rubio has proposed $100 million in aid to Cubans, bypassing the GAESA elite. He called for the creation of a new Cuba and the overthrow of communism.

News of the World • May 21, 05:52 AM • 4037 views
Sweden supports opening all negotiation clusters with the EU for Ukraine by the end of June - Sybiha

Sybiha discussed Gripen fighter jets and EU accession in Sweden. Stockholm will support the opening of all negotiation clusters for Ukraine by the end of June.

Politics • May 20, 07:00 PM • 5440 views
Russia launched over 30 strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region – a woman was killed, others woundedPhoto

As a result of 30 attacks on the Dnipropetrovsk region, a woman was killed and two people were wounded. A kindergarten, residential buildings, enterprises, and infrastructure facilities were damaged.

Society • May 20, 06:56 PM • 4552 views
Exclusive
Fertilizers in exchange for security: Should Ukraine trust Lukashenko and agree to the easing of sanctions?

The US is asking Ukraine to ease sanctions against Belarusian potash to reduce Russia's influence. Experts point to threats due to Minsk's complicity in the aggression.

Economy • May 20, 04:33 PM • 53981 views
Russia attacked a DTEK energy facility, dozens of settlements without power

Due to the attack on a DTEK energy facility in the Dnipropetrovsk region, 39 settlements were de-energized. Power engineers have already restored electricity to 19 towns and villages in the region.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 03:29 PM • 3393 views
Cabinet of Ministers changed the rules for recalculating heating and hot water bills - Kuleba

The government has clarified the mechanism for reducing the cost of services in case of their inadequate quality due to shelling. Kyiv residents will have their bills for January 2026 recalculated.

Society • May 20, 03:24 PM • 41080 views
NATO is preparing a mission in the Strait of Hormuz and new aid for Ukraine - Rutte

Mark Rutte announced a NATO mission in the Strait of Hormuz due to threats to the economy. Allies are also discussing allocating 0.25% of GDP to support Ukraine.

Politics • May 20, 02:14 PM • 4017 views
Tusk after meeting with Magyar: we will work on a European position regarding Ukraine

Donald Tusk announced joint work with Péter Magyar on a position regarding Ukraine. Poland also offered assistance in achieving energy independence.

Politics • May 20, 01:51 PM • 3779 views
Russia attacked an energy facility during the strike on Odesa - DTEK

The attack on a DTEK energy facility in Odesa left tens of thousands of families without power. Residential buildings and warehouses were damaged, and one person was injured.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 10:00 AM • 3598 views
In Ukraine, power outages recorded in several regions due to shelling and bad weather - Ministry of Energy

Due to shelling and bad weather, some consumers in eight regions have been cut off from power. Power engineers are working around the clock; no consumption restrictions are currently planned.

Society • May 20, 07:20 AM • 4180 views
Skoda Epiq unveiled as new urban electric crossover for Europe

The electric crossover on the MEB+ platform features a range of up to 440 km and a 475-liter trunk. The top-tier version accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds.

Technologies • May 20, 06:59 AM • 2978 views
Putin met with Xi and declared an unprecedented level of relations with China, invited him to the Russian FederationPhotoVideo

Putin declared unprecedented cooperation with China and invited Xi to the RF. The leaders discussed a new world order, with the construction of a gas pipeline on the agenda.

News of the World • May 20, 05:19 AM • 3362 views
NATO considers mission in the Strait of Hormuz to protect vessels – Bloomberg

The Alliance is discussing a mission to protect vessels in the Strait of Hormuz due to threats to the global economy. The issue will be considered at the July NATO summit in Ankara.

News of the World • May 19, 05:12 PM • 3935 views
Kyiv could become the most expensive city in Europe if transit fares are increasedPhoto

Kyiv plans to raise the fare to 30 UAH per trip. As a result, the capital could become one of the five most expensive cities in Europe in terms of transport costs.

Society • May 19, 03:18 PM • 6800 views
Nordic Stream infrastructure must work for Ukraine – Shmyhal in Berlin announces plans regarding Siemens turbine

Energy Minister Shmyhal discussed moving a gas turbine to a Ukrainian TPP with Siemens. Germany will allocate 46 million euros for grid modernization.

Economy • May 19, 01:46 PM • 4123 views
Scheme to embezzle 203 million UAH worth of gas from the state gas transmission system uncovered in Prykarpattia – KravchenkoPhoto

The head of an enterprise and three accomplices tampered with the gas metering unit. The state suffered losses of 203 million hryvnias due to fuel theft.

Economy • May 19, 12:41 PM • 3115 views
Not just IT. Who earns the most in Ukraine

The highest incomes in Ukraine are held by top managers in the energy sector, state-owned companies, and lawyers. Executives receive from 500,000 hryvnias to 60,000 dollars.

Society • May 19, 10:00 AM • 33517 views