Ukrenergo is imposing electricity supply restrictions from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM due to the consequences of Russian attacks. The schedules will apply to household and industrial consumers.
In March, the cost of bread will increase by 1-2% due to expensive energy and rising wages. Currently, the price of a loaf starts from UAH 41, and buckwheat bread up to UAH 132.
In February, consumer inflation rose to 7. 6% year-on-year. Fuel, borscht vegetables, fruits, and mobile communication services saw the largest price increases.
32 IEA countries have agreed to a record oil release due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This is twice the volume released after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Shell, the largest trader, is suspending sales of Qatari LNG due to plant shutdowns in Qatar. Supply shortages will begin to be felt by customers from April.
Germany's Federal Police are monitoring Russian tankers in the exclusive economic zone. The authorities are acting within the framework of international law and assessing shipping risks.
MFA spokesperson Heorhiy Tykhyi stated that the Hungarians entered as tourists under the visa-free regime. These citizens currently have no official meetings or delegation status.
Prices at gas stations rose with a two-week delay compared to the EU market. The AMCU has launched a case due to possible anti-competitive actions by gas station networks.
AMCU Chairman Kyrylenko stated that prices depend on imports after the largest oil refinery stopped operating. The committee is conducting a market investigation.
The main pressure on farmers is created by rising resource prices and shortages: mineral fertilizers can add 20-25% to costs, and diesel fuel rises to UAH 74-80/liter, which for a farm of 1000 hectares means about +UAH 1. 4 million in additional costs.
AMCU Chairman Pavlo Kyrylenko announced the opening of a case regarding anti-competitive actions by gas station networks. The committee is checking the validity of the price increase.
Hungarian State Secretary Gábor Csepek led a delegation to Kyiv for negotiations on the oil pipeline. Hungary demands immediate resumption of its oil supply.
The President of the European Commission called for adherence to the course of renewable and nuclear energy. Dependence on imports cost the EU 3 billion euros in 10 days.
The only fiber optic plant in Russia ceased operations due to equipment damage. The requirement to use Russian raw materials has been postponed until 2028.
The parliament rejected bill No. 6319 due to a lack of votes and unsupported amendments. Only 205 people's deputies voted for the initiative.
Ukraine and France will create an expert group to develop distributed generation facilities. The parties discussed the attack on the Druzhba oil pipeline and EU accession.
Due to shelling, parts of three regions were left without electricity. In the evening, hourly outage schedules are predicted for all categories of consumers in these regions.
Brent and WTI prices rose amid market doubts about the IEA plan. The conflict in the Persian Gulf threatens a supply deficit of 15 million barrels per day.
CENTCOM eliminated Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran's threats to halt oil exports. Trump warned of unprecedented force.
The IMF loan ensured Kyiv's financial stability until May 2026. This gives EU leaders time to overcome Hungary's veto on the €90 billion aid package.
Chevron and Shell are expanding oil production in Venezuela after the change of power. The US is reviewing contracts for compliance with sanctions by the end of March.
Investors are assessing the Middle East conflict amid White House denials. High inflation and the Pentagon's aggressive tone are limiting asset growth.
A large-scale oil refinery will be built in Texas in cooperation with the Indian company Reliance. The project will create thousands of jobs and strengthen the energy sector.
Brent crude fell to $87. 80 a barrel amid de-escalation forecasts. The US Navy began escorting tankers to stabilize global supplies.
The US President warned Iran of a military response if mines are laid in the Strait of Hormuz. Intelligence has already recorded the beginning of the mining of the route.
The Trump administration for the first time restricted Israel's actions due to environmental damage and plans for future cooperation. The US fears Iranian strikes in the Persian Gulf.
Karoline Leavitt called the information about the fleet's assistance to the oil vessel false. The Energy Secretary's message was deleted.
Karoline Leavitt stated that the increase in oil prices is temporary. The US administration plans to open the Strait of Hormuz and lift oil sanctions.
The Ukrainian delegation is preparing agreements on protection against Iranian drones and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ukraine shares its air defense experience with partners.
Shmyhal announced plans to restore 4 GW of energy capacity and attract 5 billion euros. The government is negotiating equipment from decommissioned European thermal power plants.
