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Germany
FACT CHECK: Top Kremlin Spokeswoman Lies About German Dependence on Cheap Russian Gas
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson said that German fuel prices are awful because Berlin and Europe stopped buying cheap Russian gas. But the data clearly dispels her claims.
Nov. 9, 2024
Ukraine
No Blackouts Anticipated for Ukraine for Now, Says Energy Director
The acting chairman of Ukraine’s energy transmission operator said winter will be challenging, but the company expects no blackouts at present if there are no further attacks on energy facilities.
Nov. 9, 2024
Energy
Harshest Winter Yet: Will Ukraine Withstand New Russian Attacks on Its Energy Sector?
A challenging winter awaits Ukraine due to limited air defense and increased cooperation between Russia and its allies. What is Ukraine doing about it?
Nov. 2, 2024
Zelensky
FT Reports on Alleged Moscow-Kyiv Talks to Halt Strikes on Energy Infrastructure, Both Sides Deny Claims
Last week, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky suggested that if both sides halted attacks on energy capacities that could be an initial step toward broader peace talks.
Oct. 30, 2024
Zelensky
Zelensky: Ending Attack on Energy Facilities Can De-Escalate War
The Ukrainian president’s statement came amidst widespread concerns about prolonged winter blackouts due to Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
Oct. 23, 2024
War in Ukraine
South Ukraine City Cut Off From Electricity
Anxiety is growing in Ukraine after a wave of Russian strikes against the country's power grid threatens to leave towns and cities in the cold and dark during winter.
Oct. 16, 2024
Energy
Bulgaria – Key to Stopping Russian Gas Flowing to Europe
While there are still no EU sanctions against Russian gas, there is another way to stop it reaching European markets.
Oct. 16, 2024
Energy
Czechia Has Spent More on Russian Energy than Aid to Ukraine, Permitting Poles to Profit Also
The EU exemption granted to Czechia allows Polish oil company Orlen to make $1.3 billion profit from Russian fuel and pay billions to Putin’s war chest.
Oct. 16, 2024
Energy
Russia Struggles with Fuel Storage After Feodosia Oil Depot Destruction, Say Partisans
Atesh claims that Russian troops are now forced to distribute fuel to various points on the occupied Crimean Peninsula while carefully disguising their storage locations.
Oct. 10, 2024
Energy
Inside Ukraine’s Effort to Keep its Lights on This Winter
With key energy infrastructure in danger of constant damage and threats looming over its nuclear power plants, Ukraine is looking towards its toughest winter to date.
Oct. 6, 2024
Energy
Ukrainian Long-Range Drones Torch Another Oil Storage Site Deep in Russia
The night before drones pounded a military airfield nearby in the industrial Voronezh region. Local authorities said there was no significant damage, but fires were still burning on Thursday.
Oct. 4, 2024
Zelensky
Zelensky: Russia’s Next Target is Ukraine’s Nuclear Power Stations
Ukrainian officials believe the Kremlin will target infrastructure linking stations with the power grid in upcoming strikes, rather than the actual reactors. But the missiles might miss.
Sept. 26, 2024
Energy
Kyiv Warns of Imminent Russian Strikes on Nuclear Sites, Calls for Global Action
According to Ukrainian intelligence, critical infrastructure, including open switchgear and transmission substations at all nuclear plants are at risk.
Sept. 24, 2024
Ukraine
Winter is Coming: EU Chief Announces €35 Billion Loan plan for Ukraine
Ahead of winter Brussels announces plans to lend €35 billion ($39.1 billion) in Russia’s frozen assets so Ukrainians can “keep warm” as Kyiv faces its “sternest test” of its damaged infrastructure.
Sept. 21, 2024
War in Ukraine
Coming Winter 'Sternest Test Yet' for Ukraine Energy Grid: IEA
With Ukraine having lost two-thirds of its electricity production capacity since the Russian invasion, the report warned of a “yawning gap between available electricity supply and demand”.
Sept. 19, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘A Plan That Can Work’ – Ukraine at War Update for Sept. 18
Central Asia proposes oil route for Europe to bypass Russia; US says it has reviewed Zelensky’s new peace plan; Rome apologizes for delay of air defense system arrival, scheduled for end of the month.
Sept. 18, 2024