Denmark to provide over $ 19 million to Ukraine for energy recovery
Danish Minister Lars Aagaard has criticized Russia's attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure while pledging substantial financial support for recovery efforts.
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Ukraine’s electricity production plummets by 70% due to war
Pre-war, Ukraine's more than 1,500 power plants could supply 59 gigawatts of electricity, far exceeding the country's 22-gigawatt demand. Russian attacks and occupation resulted in a loss of 42 gigawatts, leaving only 17 gigawatts of production capacity.
EU allocates part of the proceeds from frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s humanitarian needs
Ursula von der Leyen said that EUR 160 million from the revenue generated by Russian frozen assets will be directed toward Ukraine's energy sector this winter.
Russia carried out more than 1,000 strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure since October 2022
Despite daily shelling from Russian forces, Ukraine pushes forward with repairs, racing to prepare its battered power system for the challenges of the coming winter.
Germany to provide additional $ 111 mn of aid to Ukraine this winter
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock announced a 100 mn euro (about $111 mn) aid package for Ukraine, citing Russia's continued attacks on energy infrastructure.
Ukraine thwarts “most extensive” Russian air assault, downing 201 missiles and drones
Ukrainian forces intercepted 201 out of 236 Russian missiles and drones, including hypersonic Kinzhal missiles and sea-launched Kalibr cruise missiles, that targeted critical infrastructure nationwide and killed seven people.
“Even in war there are rules”: UN coordinator condemns Russia’s disregard for civilian safety amid massive attack
Matthias Schmale, the newly appointed UN humanitarian coordinator for Ukraine, experienced firsthand the impact of Russia's large-scale attack on 26 August, as he sought refuge in a shelter alongside millions of Ukrainians. He stressed the importance of respecting international humanitarian law.
Russian attacks damage energy grid in Kherson, cause blackouts, kill one civilian
In a 24-hour period, Kherson faced both widespread shelling and a deadly drone attack, resulting in damage to energy infrastructure, homes and vehicles, one death, and one hospitalization.
Ukraine to receive $ 7.85 billion in US aid, first tranche expected in coming weeks
In a move to bolster Ukraine's battered energy infrastructure after Russian strikes, the United States also committed $500 million in new energy assistance and redirected an additional $324 million for urgent energy needs.
Millions of Russians face blackouts themselves while Russia destroys Ukraine’s energy system
On July 16, multiple regions in southern Russia and occupied Crimea lost power, following a nuclear plant shutdown and other infrastructure failures, with one incident reportedly having smoke visible above the power plant.
Forbes: Ukraine’s largest hydropower plant needs minimum 3 years to recover after Russian strikes
The Russian attack on Ukraine's largest Dnipro Hydroelectric Power Plant halted its electricity generation and the strategic location of the plant, just 50 km (31 miles) from the frontline, made it an easy target for Russian forces.
Russian drone attack on port infrastructure in Odesa Oblast kills two men, injures one
The Ukrainian Air Force reports shooting down 14 Shahed drones across eight regions during a night of intense Russian strikes on 10 July
Ukraine downs 5/9 missile, all 27 drones as Russia targets energy grid during nighttime attack
Russia launches massive overnight drone and missile strikes on Ukraine's civilian energy infrastructure, damaging facilities in Vinnytsia, Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, and Kyiv oblasts. Ukraine says it has destroyed most missiles and all drones.
Ukrenergo gets $ 48.7 million of support to strengthen Ukraine’s energy system damaged by Russia
During the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2024 in Berlin, Volodymyr Kudrytskyi, head of Ukraine’s energy company Ukrenergo, and Christian Laibach, a member of the Executive Board of German KfW development bank, signed a $16 million grant agreement to purchase critical equipment and restore high-voltage substations damaged by Russian attacks.
Russian attack leaves major Ukrainian hydroelectric station in critical condition
Ukraine has already lost 70% of its available generation capacity.
Russian massive attack damages Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in five oblasts
The Russian missiles flew over Zakarpattia Oblast, western Ukraine, that borders with Poland, Hungary, Romania, and Slovakia, which made Poland activate their aircraft due to a potential threat.
Ukraine’s power grid teeters on brink: 70% generation lost to Russian strikes
The $400 million in Western aid pales in comparison to the $12.5 billion in damages Russia inflicted on Ukraine's grid amid air defense shortage.
Russia targets energy infrastructure overnight in Sumy Oblast
While Sumy Oblast endured six strikes on border territories and settlements, resulting in 31 reported explosions, critical infrastructure facilities and hospitals maintained operations through generator backup.
Ukraine imposes power cuts for businesses amid Russian strikes
The restrictions will be in effect from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM each day.
Latvia donates high-voltage equipment to bolster Ukraine’s energy infrastructure
A 250 mega-volt-amper transformer will contribute to the restoration of Ukraine’s energy grid, repeatedly damaged by Russia’s escalating assaults on Ukrainian power generation facilities.