UK Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy arrived in Kyiv on January 16. This visit confirms the intensive cooperation between the countries after signing a 100-year partnership agreement.
The Ministry of Economy reported a 2. 2% growth in Ukraine's economy in 2025. This occurred despite attacks on energy infrastructure and high security risks.
The government has decided to classify houses with electric heating as critical infrastructure. This means that they will not be disconnected from electricity supply, except in emergency situations.
First Deputy Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said he works in a jacket due to the cold in his office. Earlier, after the Russian attack, there was no heating or water in one of the committees of the Verkhovna Rada.
Due to the energy crisis in Kyiv, the winter holidays are extended until February 1, 2026. The decision applies to institutions of general secondary, vocational, pre-higher, and higher education.
Due to new Russian attacks on energy infrastructure, consumers in Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv regions were de-energized this morning. Network restrictions are applied in Kyiv, Kyiv, and Odesa regions.
In Ukraine, curfew rules have been eased for access to "invincibility points" and heating centers. It is allowed to go out without passes and use transport, police will intensify patrolling.
Ukraine is supplied with fuel for more than 20 days, imports continue. Gas reserves are also under control, there are no restrictions.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal reported that all Ukrainian power plants have been subjected to Russian strikes. According to him, the enemy carried out 612 attacks on energy facilities last year.
Denys Shmyhal instructed the Kyiv authorities to promptly make decisions regarding the response to the emergency situation in the energy sector. Among the tasks are – changing the rules of movement of citizens during curfew and restricting advertising lighting.
Tonight, objects in the Korosten district of Zhytomyr region came under attack. There are no casualties or injuries, and the consequences of enemy attacks are being eliminated.
On January 16, power outages are in effect in Ukraine, and emergency power outage schedules have been applied in Sumy and Poltava regions due to damage to the energy system. This affects 1-5 queues of consumers.
A state of emergency is in effect in the Ukrainian energy sector. Citizens are allowed to move freely to "invincibility points" at night.
Great Britain is providing £20 million to restore Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This funding is aimed at repairing and protecting energy facilities damaged by Russian attacks.
Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, has called for a review of the country's economic model. She advocated for opening the oil industry to foreign investment and normalizing relations with the United States.
A massive power outage halted train traffic on key Tokyo railway lines on January 16. The cause was a fire in electrical equipment, leading to chaos and a drop in JR East shares.
Spot silver prices reached $93 per ounce, tripling its value. This led to an increase in solar panel prices and projected losses for manufacturers.
Oil prices began to fall. This happened after Washington's statements about its intention to refrain from military action against Iran.
US stock indices resumed growth on January 15 after a two-day decline. This happened thanks to a positive report from TSMC and lower oil prices.
The US Department of Commerce and Taiwan have reached an agreement on tariff reduction and investment. Taiwan has pledged to invest $500 billion in the US technology sector.
The US has sold the first batch of Venezuelan oil for $500 million after the removal of Nicolas Maduro. The funds will be managed by the US President, and Caracas has been removed from decision-making regarding the exploitation of subsoil resources.
Yulia Svyrydenko and Daiga Mieriņa, Speaker of the Latvian Saeima, discussed the state of Ukraine's energy system and countering the aggressor's plans. Latvia will allocate 0.25% of its GDP to Ukraine's needs.
Argentina's capital, Buenos Aires, has experienced widespread power outages due to an extreme heatwave. Approximately 1 million consumers have been left without electricity, with energy officials attributing the situation to critical strain on the power grids.
Educational ombudsman Nadiia Leshchyk proposed making up for extended winter break classes by canceling spring breaks or extending studies into June 2026. This is due to unstable electricity supply and the inability to conduct effective online learning.
The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced a set of measures in connection with the emergency situation in the energy sector caused by massive Russian shelling. In particular, the Ministry of Education and the Kyiv City State Administration (KMDA) should extend or establish winter holidays until February 1, 2026.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced a relaxation of the curfew in regions experiencing an energy crisis. Being on the streets and vehicle movement without passes are now permitted.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Energy are convening Energy Ramstein on behalf of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. Ukraine expects additional contributions and commitments from allies.
Following a Russian strike on Kharkiv, over 400,000 people were left without electricity and heating, President Zelenskyy reported.
Germany's highest criminal court has kept a suspect in the Nord Stream sabotage in custody, publicly accusing Ukraine for the first time. The court stated that the explosions were carried out "on behalf of a foreign state," referring to Ukraine.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte held a conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, discussing the energy situation and efforts to end the war. Rutte emphasized support for Ukraine's defense and ensuring lasting peace.
