The Ministry of Energy reports a stable situation in the power system despite enemy attacks. Over the past day, there were power outages in 3 regions, 501 settlements remain without electricity due to hostilities and technical violations.
Due to Russian attacks, power outages occurred in 11 regions of Ukraine. No outage schedules are planned, but electricity consumption is increasing. Electricity imports are expected from 5 countries.
The Office of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico received an envelope with a bullet inside. The government's press service confirmed the incident, and the envelope is currently being checked by the Office of Official Protection.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine increased by 2. 3% compared to the previous day. Due to shelling and hostilities, there were power cuts in 6 regions over the past day, but no scheduled outages are planned.
The Ministry of Energy informs that no blackout schedules will be applied today. However, due to the shelling, there were power outages in 7 regions overnight, and 536 settlements were without electricity in the morning.
Andriy Sybiga met with Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaywi to develop cooperation with the Gulf states. They discussed the Formula for Peace, freedom of navigation in the Black Sea and global food security.
The Ministry of Energy reports a stable situation in Ukraine's energy system. Due to shelling and hostilities, there were power outages in 6 regions, but no outage schedules are planned for today.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has announced plans to open new consular offices in Slovakia and Romania. This is part of a strategy to deepen cooperation with European neighbors and ensure the protection of Ukrainians' rights in these countries.
Ukraine has authorized the transit of Russian oil to Hungary. This is stated in the response of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the request of MP Volodymyr Ariev
The Ministry of Energy reported a stable situation in the energy system. Due to shelling and hostilities, there were power outages in Dnipropetrovs'k, Donetsk, Sumy, Kharkiv and Kherson regions.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has completed visits to Romania, Slovakia, and Moldova. He announced agreements on European integration, support for Ukraine, and joint projects with neighboring countries.
Today, there are no plans to apply blackout schedules in Ukraine. Due to hostilities and technical disruptions, 496 settlements remain partially or completely without electricity.
Romania has asked Ukraine to shoot down Russian drones flying into its territory. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga discussed military assistance and support from Western neighbors during his visit to Bucharest.
On September 19, there are no plans to apply blackout schedules in Ukraine. Over the past 24 hours, seven regions, including Dnipropetrovs'k and Donetsk, suffered power cuts due to enemy shelling.
August saw a decrease in attempts to illegally cross the border compared to July. Border guards uncovered at least 600 criminal groups trying to smuggle people across the border.
The defense ministers of Romania, Poland, and Latvia have signed a joint letter to Allies on strengthening NATO's air defense. They call for the immediate introduction of an air defense rotation model and increased deterrence activities on the eastern flank of the Alliance.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga announced plans to expand its consular presence in Slovakia. It is planned to open a new Consulate General to protect the rights of Ukrainian citizens.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga has proposed that Slovakia sign a bilateral security agreement. Ukraine has already concluded 26 such agreements with partner countries and calls on Slovakia to join the G7 Vilnius Declaration.
Andriy Sybiga discussed with Peter Pellegrini the situation on the battlefield and strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities. They also discussed Ukraine's path to the EU and NATO and expressed gratitude for Slovakia's support.
Andriy Sybiga met with Robert Fico in Bratislava. The parties discussed the development of relations in the spirit of good neighborliness, mutual respect and benefit as part of Sybiga's first foreign visit to Slovakia.
Andriy Sybiga discussed with Alain Berset cooperation between Ukraine and the Council of Europe, the Peace Formula and Russia's responsibility for crimes. The Minister invited the Secretary General to visit Ukraine.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga will visit Slovakia on September 18. He will discuss support for Ukraine, the Peace Formula, Euro-Atlantic integration, and bilateral projects with the country's leadership.
On September 18, Ukraine does not plan to apply blackout schedules. Electricity imports from Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary, and Moldova are expected to reach a maximum capacity of 1,510 MW at certain times.
Most of the preparations for the heating season in Mykolaiv region have been completed. The region is installing solar panels to ensure the energy independence of critical infrastructure, spending about EUR 4 million.
Due to the heat wave, electricity consumption in Ukraine will increase, causing a shortage. Scheduled blackouts will take place from 17:00 to 21:00. Electricity is expected to be imported from 5 countries, 498 settlements are without power.
A Slovak citizen was detained while trying to illegally cross the border. He had previously received a 5-year suspended sentence for “smuggling,” and now claimed that he had gone to the forest to pick mushrooms.
The President of Ukraine accepted credentials from the ambassadors of Mexico, Italy, Slovakia, the Netherlands, India, and Belgium. Zelenskyy discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation between the countries with each ambassador.
The Ministry of Energy reported that power outage schedules will not be applied. Due to hostilities and technical disruptions, 499 settlements remain without electricity, and energy workers have restored power for 40,120 consumers.
Despite the fighting near the key transit point, Russia and Ukraine intend to continue supplying gas to Europe through the Sudzha station.
Ukrainian officials have asked the United States to authorize the use of ATACMS missiles to strike Russian airfields. According to a Zelenskyy adviser, this would give Kyiv leverage in negotiations with Russia.
