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Denys Shmyhal

Minister of Defense of Ukraine.
Denys Anatoliyovych Shmyhal was born on October 13, 1975, in Lviv. He received his education at Lviv Polytechnic National University, where in 2003 he also earned a Ph.D. in Economics. Throughout his career, he held leadership positions at enterprises in Lviv and worked in the Lviv Regional State Administration. He served as the Minister of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine. In 2020, he became the Prime Minister of Ukraine. Since July 2025, he has been the Minister of Defense.
2003
Earned a Ph.D. in Economics
2009
Began working at the Lviv Regional State Administration
2014
Appointed Deputy Head of the Main Directorate of MinDokhody (currently the State Tax Service) in Lviv Oblast
2015
Became CEO of "Lvivkholod" company
2020
Headed the Government of Ukraine
2025
Appointed Minister of Defense of Ukraine
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Ireland has allocated a further €25 million to Ukraine to support the energy sector

Ireland contributed €25 million to a fund for repairing energy facilities and developing generation capacity. In October, Germany, Malta and REKK also provided funding.

War in Ukraine • 11:40 AM • 1902 views
Additional teams of power engineers have already been formed: where the electricity situation in Ukraine is particularly difficult

Additional teams of power engineers have been formed in Kyiv and Dnipro for continuous repairs. The duration of the work depends on the intensity of Russian attacks.

Society • November 9, 08:06 PM • 14658 views
Almost one billion euros — how much Ukraine needs to support the energy sector and repair the Chornobyl NPP confinement

Ukraine needs €450 million to support the energy sector and €500 million to repair the Chornobyl NPP confinement. The facility was damaged by a Russian drone.

War in Ukraine • November 3, 08:17 PM • 18391 views
Russia directed three drones at a substation critical to the stable operation of the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant — Shmyhal

Russia attacked a substation important for the operation of the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant. Ukraine informed the IAEA of a threat to Europe's nuclear safety.

War in Ukraine • November 3, 06:43 PM • 24084 views
Water tariffs will be reviewed under new rules: will Ukrainians’ bills decrease?

Tariffs will be set by local authorities, while the NEURC will remotely verify their calculations. There will be no automatic reduction in bills.

Economy • October 28, 06:10 PM • 66921 views
G7 plans to allocate €260 million for restoration at the Chornobyl NPP following Russian strike

G7 countries plan to allocate €260 million for the restoration of the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant’s confinement structure. The total need is estimated at at least €500 million.

Politics • October 17, 10:35 AM • 6680 views
G7 countries will allocate €260 million for the restoration of the protective shelter at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant

G7 countries plan to allocate €260 million for repairs to the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant’s confinement structure, damaged by a Russian strike. The total need is at least €500 million.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 08:41 PM • 15157 views
Ukrenergo will save $135 million after the restructuring of Eurobonds — Shmyhal

Ukrenergo has completed the restructuring of its Eurobonds and will save approximately $135 million. The funds will be directed toward restoring the power grid.

Society • October 16, 04:38 PM • 6192 views
In Kyiv, the connection of additional electrical installations will be expedited, while critical facilities will be provided with backup power — Shmyhal

In Kyiv, the connection of additional generation capacity will be accelerated, and critical facilities will be provided with backup power. The networks have been damaged by Russian attacks.

Society • October 10, 01:37 AM • 7933 views
Russia attacked one of the energy facilities important to Kyiv — ShmyhalVideo

The Russian attack damaged an important energy facility and several elements of Kyiv’s power grid. Emergency blackouts occurred in the capital and the region.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 04:47 PM • 10601 views
Up to 1,000 missiles, drones and bombs: Russia plans the "most powerful blow" in an attempt to "freeze" Ukraine - NYT

Russia is planning massive strikes on Ukraine’s energy and water infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 06:52 AM • 23362 views
Preferential gas prices will effectively be maintained until the end of the heating season - what to expect next

Preferential gas prices for households and heat suppliers will remain unchanged until March 31, 2027. The government is preparing a new tariff policy.

Society • September 28, 10:55 AM • 44044 views
Ukraine is ready for a comprehensive ceasefire - Shmyhal

Ukraine is preparing for various winter scenarios, having secured more than $2. 1 billion in support for the energy sector. Shmyhal said Kyiv is ready for a comprehensive truce.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 10:24 PM • 5965 views
Ukraine obtained Russia's plans for winter strikes on energy infrastructure; terrorists calculated the amount of weaponry for each target — Shmyhal

Ukrainian special services obtained Russian documents on winter strikes against heating, water and power generation facilities. Separate plans were prepared for Kyiv, Odesa and Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 07:42 PM • 36616 views
The Ministry of Energy has drafted a bill on transferring the property of liquidated mines to municipalities

The transfer of property will take place subject to a corresponding initiative by local self-government bodies. This is intended to attract business and reduce budget expenditures, Denys Shmyhal said.

Society • September 13, 01:55 PM • 6466 views
Estonia will allocate an additional 100,000 euros to support Ukraine’s energy sector

Estonia will contribute another 100,000 euros to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund. The country’s total contribution will exceed 2.7 million euros.

Economy • September 4, 11:47 AM • 4602 views
A comprehensive system of underground fuel storage facilities will be created in Ukraine — Shmyhal

The government has launched a project for the underground storage of petroleum products to ensure stable supplies. The fuel market remains balanced, and reserves are sufficient.

Economy • September 2, 08:59 PM • 4881 views
In Ukraine, 22,000 apartment buildings have electric heating - Shmyhal

Communities are advised to prepare generators and set up Points of Invincibility nearby.

Society • August 21, 10:28 AM • 3589 views
Water prices in Ukraine are set by local authorities — Shmyhal

Water supply and wastewater tariffs are set by local authorities. Plans are in place to protect water infrastructure facilities from attacks.

Society • August 21, 09:55 AM • 3429 views
The Czech Republic is preparing a mission to restore Ukraine’s energy sector

The Czech Republic has increased financial support for businesses cooperating with Ukraine and is preparing a mission of companies to restore infrastructure. Deputy Prime Minister Havlíček confirmed a visit to Ukraine in the autumn.

Economy • August 15, 02:01 AM • 4556 views
Ukraine got through the August heat without power outage schedules - Shmyhal

Ukraine’s power system got through a period of record August heat without electricity outage schedules. This was achieved thanks to adjusted repairs, the involvement of gas-fired generation, and increased imports.

Society • August 8, 07:23 AM • 15884 views
The Cabinet of Ministers changed the rules for compiling lists of critical facilities for power supply — Shmyhal

The Cabinet of Ministers decided to compile lists of critical facilities separately for the winter and summer periods. This will make it possible to distribute electricity more efficiently and increase the amount available to household consumers.

Economy • August 6, 04:26 PM • 3718 views
Shmyhal stated that Russia's goal is to destroy water supply in Ukraine

First Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Denys Shmyhal stated that Russia is aimed at destroying the water supply in Ukraine. He emphasized that without water and sewage, it is difficult to survive more than three days.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 01:47 PM • 3929 views
Ukraine and Moldova discussed infrastructure projects, border control, and economic cooperation

The Prime Ministers of Ukraine and Moldova discussed infrastructure projects and border control. The parties agreed to seek solutions to speed up border crossing.

Politics • August 1, 06:53 PM • 10030 views
Ukraine prepares its energy system for August heat with possible schedules - who may be affected

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.

Society • July 30, 10:54 AM • 23170 views
Ukraine proposes to create a 30-year partnership with Canada in the energy sector and to supply Canadian LNG

Україна запропонувала Канаді стратегічний міст енергетичної безпеки з постачанням LNG та укладення довгострокової угоди на 30 років. Також обговорюється грантова підтримка Канади на 650 млн канадських доларів для закупівлі газу.

Economy • July 25, 11:38 AM • 45060 views
Blogger demonstrated with facts why Fedorov's report is nothing but PR, far from reality

A blogger demonstrated with facts why Fedorov's report is nothing but PR, far from reality.

Politics • July 17, 10:46 AM • 3375 views
Parliament appointed a new government headed by Koretskyi

The Verkhovna Rada appointed a new Cabinet of Ministers headed by Serhii Koretskyi. Some ministers retained their positions, and a number of ministries were divided.

Politics • July 16, 01:06 PM • 48803 views
Koretsky submitted to the Rada a proposal for the appointment of a new government composition - who is on the list

Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky proposed appointing new ministers, including Shmyhal as first vice prime minister. The Rada will consider the proposal in the near future.

Politics • July 16, 11:10 AM • 49611 views
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Government reshuffle: will the replacement of the defense minister harm Ukraine

After the government's resignation due to the dismissal of Prime Minister Svyrydenko, the future of Defense Minister Fedorov is uncertain. President Zelenskyy has not yet made a decision, and among the possible candidates are Klymenko and Budanov.

War in Ukraine • July 15, 01:53 PM • 85186 views