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War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Let There Be Light – How Ukrainians Survived Russia’s Blitzfreeze
Moscow tried to destroy Ukraine’s energy sector and freeze the population into submission during the coldest winter in memory. Kyiv Post examines how Ukrainians rebuilt their power grid to survive.
March 21, 2026
Energy
Husk of Sanctioned Russian Tanker Still Adrift in Mediterranean
The damaged Arctic Metagaz is now drifting back towards Libya, Italian authorities said. Questions remain over what caused the blast and the fate of its cargo.
March 20, 2026
US
Zelensky Taps Umerov to Explore Ukraine Role in Hormuz Strait Security
Zelensky said Ukrainian teams are already working with five countries on countering Iranian-made Shahed drones, providing expert assessments and helping build defense systems.
March 20, 2026
US
Attacks on South Pars: The Start of a Global Energy Crisis?
Mutual attacks on production and processing facilities at South Pars, the world’s largest gas field, have caused natural gas prices to skyrocket.
March 20, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kharkiv Neutron Source Facility Loses External Power After Russian Strike, IAEA Says
A nuclear research facility in Kharkiv temporarily lost external power following a Russian strike on a nearby substation, the UN nuclear watchdog said.
March 20, 2026
Europe
‘We Are Sticking to Our Targets’: EU Won’t Delay Russian Gas Exit Despite Price Spike
Despite the volatility, Brussels is pressing ahead. Bans on short-term LNG contracts take effect on April 25, with a full embargo set for January 2027.
March 20, 2026
Germany
Rome, Berlin Rule Out Military Aid Without Truce After Allies Say Ready to Help in Hormuz
Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the Netherlands said Thursday they were ready “to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.”
March 19, 2026
Energy
Iran Targets Saudi Port Seen as Alternative to Strait of Hormuz
An Iranian-linked strike targeted a key Saudi oil refinery in Yanbu, a Red Sea export hub that has served as an alternative route after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
March 19, 2026
Energy
‘No Question’ of Restoring Energy Ties With Russia, Tusk Says
Tusk’s comments came after Belgian premier Bart De Wever said over the weekend that Europe “must normalize relations with Russia and regain access to cheap energy,” describing it as “common sense.”
March 18, 2026
Ukraine
Energy Giants and Retailers Lead Ukraine’s Top-10 Companies by Revenue Last Year
Financial reports from over 424,000 Ukrainian companies show a dominance of state-owned energy firms and private retail chains in Ukraine’s 2025 economic rankings.
March 17, 2026
War in Ukraine
Slovakia Formally Pulls Out of Emergency Energy Pact with Ukraine
Ukrenergo said its Slovak counterpart has notified it that the countries’ mutual agreement will end in May, as a dispute over Russian oil that flows through the Druzhba pipeline deepens.
March 16, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Naftogaz Wins Final Appeal Against Russia’s Gazprom Over $1.4B Gas Transit Debt
A Swiss court ruled in favor of Ukraine’s state-owned energy and fuel company Naftogaz Group on Friday, dismissing an appeal by Russian gas giant Gazprom.
March 13, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Fired Dozens of Missiles, Hundreds of Drones at Ukraine’s Kremenchuk Oil Refinery – Energy Minister
Shmyhal said the Kremenchuk oil refinery alone had been targeted by 69 missiles and around 260 drones since the start of Russia’s campaign against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
March 13, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine, Romania Sign Agreements, Drone Production Deal
Kyiv and Bucharest signed three agreements during President Zelensky’s visit, including plans to produce drones in Romania and strengthen energy cooperation.
March 12, 2026
US
Iran War: How to Exit the Energy Crisis?
The escalating situation in the Middle East and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are causing energy prices to skyrocket worldwide.
March 12, 2026
Energy
Hungary Accuses Ukraine of Attacking TurkStream Infrastructure
Hungary’s foreign minister said an alleged Ukrainian strike on infrastructure linked to the TurkStream pipeline threatens the country’s gas supply.
March 12, 2026