Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy grid follow systematic pattern, analysis shows (MAPS)
Texty analysis reveals coordinated strikes on substations, power plants, and gas facilities over three months.
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“We will test them in real war”: Zelenskyy secures unique long-range detection radars during his visit to Spain
Ukraine has also received 40 IRIS-T missiles from Spain as Russia targets civilian infrastructure.
Ukraine’s defenses swat down 139 of 176 Russian drones in fresh assault on power grid
Russia launched drones from six directions, hitting energy sites and homes as new waves remained airborne at dawn.
$100M stolen from Ukraine’s nuclear proves the choice: Soviet monopolies Moscow corrupts, or green systems it can’t
Four nuclear sites = four corruption choke points. 1,000 solar farms = impossible to capture
Ukraine’s $100M Energoatom scandal deepens as five detained, two ministers out
Western allies scrutinize Kyiv's response as investigation raises questions about Russian penetration and institutional integrity.
Ukraine’s top anti-corruption agency raids shadow managers who controlled country’s only nuclear operator through kickback scheme
Investigators discovered systematic corruption at Energoatom during 15-month probe, with external actors demanding 10-15% kickbacks from contractors.
Changed Russian energy attack tactics complicate Ukraine’s blackout recovery – Energy Ministry
New dual-target attacks on both power generation sites and transmission networks slow restoration after 8 November attack forces nationwide rolling blackouts.
Ukraine forms new international coalition under Russian fire
Integrated with the European grid, Ukraine can import electricity while the coalition coordinates funding, equipment, and technical support to keep homes and industries running.
Syrskyi discusses aid packages with NATO chief in Europe as Russia’s terror campaign intesifies
The US reportedly handed Grynkewich authority to approve Ukrainian long-range strikes inside Russia.
Chernihiv remains powerless as more Russian strikes deepen energy crisis
Large parts of Chernihiv have been without electricity throughout October due to Russian strikes on energy infrastructure, with city officials unable to predict when power will be restored as repair crews work under ongoing Russian drone activity.
Rolling blackouts return to Ukraine as Russia renews winter energy targeting campaign
Rolling outages and power limits hit regions nationwide as Ukraine’s energy system faces continued Russian strikes.
$2.8 billion emergency plan tests Ukraine’s winter resilience
The country now depends on imports to meet a 1 November storage target that is only enough for a mild winter.
US-Russia energy deals floated as incentives for Ukraine peace talks: Reuters
Exxon return and LNG equipment sales offered as incentives for Russia agreeing to a peace deal with Ukraine.
London also slashes price cap on Russian oil to $47.60 per barrel after EU’s sanctions adoption
Western allies have escalated economic pressure on Russia by dropping the crude oil price cap.
Ukraine is going green during war, so why is EU’s program funding fossil fuels?
Ukraine has been building wind farms and solar plants while dodging Russian missiles. Meanwhile, the EU's €50 billion program meant to help? It's funding more gas and diesel generators than renewable energy.
Europe launches new €500 million flagship fund for Ukraine after Russian attacks
Reconstruction won’t wait for the war to end.
The EU promised to cut Russian gas. Now it’s delaying until 2027
The Baltic States and Poland have already cut Russian gas completely. So why is Brussels planning to wait until 2027 for the rest of Europe?
UK foreign secretary says Russia continues attacks on Ukraine despite energy ceasefire
Russia's 'human safari' drone attacks in Kherson reveal devastating new civilian targeting tactics.
Netherlands pledges € 65 million to Ukraine’s Energy Fund while delivering 3,000 tons of critical equipment
The Dutch contribution, representing one of 211 shipments of critical equipment, arrives as Ukraine seeks international support to rebuild generation capacity particularly damaged at thermal and hydroelectric facilities.
Ukrainian delegation arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of Zelenskyy’s visit
In the coming days, Trump’s officials will meet with Russians in Saudi Arabia behind Ukraine’s back.