All of Kyiv's combined heat and power plants (CHPPs) will be restored by winter, but risks of new shelling remain. Backup heating is already being prepared for most of the capital's buildings.
Economist Andriy Novak identified aviation and the agricultural sector as key to recovery. Pressure from the ESBU on airlines regarding leasing threatens the industry's survival.
Due to heat exceeding 35 degrees, power restrictions of up to four hours are possible in Ukraine. The most difficult situation is expected in Kyiv, Odesa, and Kryvyi Rih.
Deputies passed law No. 11520 on new public procurement rules. The document harmonizes the system with EU standards and will unlock 3.5 billion dollars.
A priest of the UOC-MP has been detained for coordinating a double Iskander missile strike on Odesa in March. The GRU agent also transmitted data regarding a local electrical substation.
Five regions are without power due to attacks and bad weather; energy workers were wounded in the Kharkiv region. No blackout schedules are forecasted for today.
The US attacked Iranian missile sites and boats in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran called Washington's actions a gross violation of the current ceasefire regime.
The IMF mission, led by Gavin Gray, has begun work on the review of the EFF program. Discussions are focused on macroeconomic policy and key reforms.
SpaceX and the Pentagon are disputing the cost of Starlink for LUCAS drones in the war with Iran. The company is demanding $25,000 per terminal instead of five.
Canada is preparing an agreement with Germany's SEFE for gas supplies from a new $10 billion terminal. This will help Europe replace Russian energy resources.
Norway will allocate a €40 million grant to Ukraine for energy resilience. The funds will be directed towards protection against attacks and the development of autonomous generation.
Starting September 1, students in grades 1–11 across the country will receive hot lunches. 1 billion hryvnias have been allocated for the modernization of 73 school cafeterias.
Shabunin stated there is insufficient control and a lack of reforms in the defense procurement system. Oversight of the distribution of €60 billion in EU aid remains weak.
The NEURC has reduced the gas storage tariff by 10% in preparation for winter. The regulator also introduced a transition to energy units in accordance with EU standards.
The Mayor of Kiliya was exposed for taking a $35,000 bribe for a wind power plant permit. The official is suspected of receiving the money through a crypto scheme and has been detained.
Starting July 2026, Ukrenergo's transmission and dispatch tariffs are expected to increase. The proposed transmission rate is 903.53 UAH, and the dispatch rate is 118.64 UAH per MWh.
Shelling of energy facilities in six regions of Ukraine has caused power outages. Power engineers are restoring the grids and asking citizens to conserve electricity in the evening.
Iran will open the Strait of Hormuz 30 days after an agreement with the US. During this period, Tehran will conduct mine clearance to ensure the safe passage of vessels.
Zelenskyy discussed ending the hot phase of the war by November, provided there are security guarantees. The priorities are supporting the army and meeting IMF requirements.
Draft Law No. 15112-d introduces automatic VAT payment by marketplaces for goods up to 150 euros. The new rules will take effect no earlier than January 1, 2027.
The Defence City special regime must be modified to support small manufacturers and startups. This will allow for an increase in the share of domestic weaponry in the economy.
The ESBU has opened cases against airlines for non-payment of royalties for aircraft leasing, despite the fact that courts have previously concluded that such an interpretation of tax regulations is illegal.
The school has opened an optics laboratory and a renovated astronomy classroom funded by patrons. The institution's students consistently become prize-winners in global scientific competitions.
Due to the industrial downturn and the halt in sales in the PRC, the world faces trade wars. Beijing plans to compensate for domestic problems with aggressive exports.
Due to shelling, power supply interruptions occurred in five regions. Power engineers are working around the clock on restoration; no restrictions are currently planned.
Fuel vessels are heading to China and Pakistan after being idled due to the war with Iran. Hundreds of ships and sailors remain blocked in the region.
Marco Rubio announced the possible signing of an agreement with Iran to end the war. The document is 95% ready and provides for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Global Brent crude prices dropped by over 4% amid negotiations to open the Strait of Hormuz. The US stock market is showing growth.
An oil boom has started in Alaska thanks to new deposits and the easing of restrictions. The Willow and Pikka projects have attracted record investments to the region.
Egypt will conduct an aerogeophysical survey of its deserts and the Sinai to search for minerals. A new database will help investors evaluate promising deposits.
