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At the NB8 summit in Kyiv, Norway's PM Jonas Gahr Støre named three priorities for Ukraine support — air defense, energy, and the defense industry — and announced 85 billion krone (~$9.2 billion) in aid for 2027.

Russian military forces struck a DTEK Naftogaz gas extraction facility in Poltava region: gas extraction has been fully halted. This is not the first strike on the company's infrastructure in recent weeks.

Enterprises of DTEK Group paid 29.6 billion UAH in taxes in the first half of 2026, which is 22% more than a year ago. Since the start of the war, the company's cumulative contribution has reached 209.9 billion UAH.

Ukrainian Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that over the past six months, more than 300 gas stations have been destroyed or damaged in the country, causing serious economic damage and requiring the creation of insurance mechanisms.

On August 20, massive emergency power outages occurred in the Sumy and Chernihiv regions. In the Chernihiv region, about 200,000 subscribers were left without light, while in Sumy, the disconnection of the water utility caused water supply disruptions.

Lithuania's Energy Minister Lukas Savickas and his delegation spent the night in Kyiv in a shelter due to Russia's massive combined attack. The visit, timed to coincide with the signing of an agreement on energy infrastructure protection, overlapped with a strike on the capital and the region.

On August 19 at the IMAGE 2026 conference in Houston, Venezuela signed contracts with US companies Hunt Oil and SLB for the exploration of the Karito field, expanding foreign capital access to the oil and gas sector.

The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a law on the corporatization of 'VostokGOK'. The enterprise will be merged with 'Energoatom' to create a single holding company controlling the entire cycle of uranium production and electricity generation.

⚡️ On August 18, 2026, a Russian attack led to the shutdown of one of DTEK's thermal power plants. The plant sustained critical damage, resulting in the cessation of electricity generation. Since 2022, DTEK facilities have been subjected to more than 230 attacks, including the death of employees and the destruction of the Kurakhivka TPP in 2024. Restoration of facilities continues, but new strikes create serious challenges for Ukraine's energy system. #DTEK #Energy #Ukraine #Russia #Attack

🚨 SBU simplifies diesel fuel imports from sanctioned ports! 🇺🇦 Cancellation of inspections and sampling will accelerate deliveries. 22,000 tons of Indian diesel fuel arrived in the first half of August. Traders expect restrained demand. #Ukraine #Fuel #Energy

⚡️ What to do if the electricity meter is stolen or broken? RBC-Ukraine, citing "Prizkarpattyaoblenergo," reminded of the rules: 📝 You must immediately contact the service center and write an application. 💰 Accruals do not stop: you will have to pay based on average daily consumption. 🔧 The cost of replacement depends on the cause of the breakdown. Do not wait until the debt grows!

🚨 Double blow to Ukraine's economy: as of August 1, 2026, electricity tariffs rose by 25%, and rail transport tariffs by 30%. ICC Ukraine experts warn of the risk of industrial stagnation and falling exports. Business demands a review of tariff policy and optimization of state monopoly expenditures. #Economy #Tariffs #Ukraine #Industry

🔥 Yulia Sviridenko may head "Naftogaz"! The appointment has already been agreed upon, but it raises legal disputes. The goal is to attract financing. But are there risks? #Ukraine #Naftogaz #Sviridenko

🏭 Kyiv is preparing for winter 2026 better than other regions: the capital has negotiated 50/50 funding, while regions are waiting for state money. Experts warn that ambitious goals will not be met due to lack of time and personnel, but Ukraine will be better prepared than last year. 📉 The main challenge is water supply and heat. #Kyiv #Winter2026 #Energy

🇺🇦 The Energy Staff, led by Serhiy Koretskyi, has approved an infrastructure protection plan for the winter of 2026. 🔹 Forecasts: 3 winter scenarios were considered, including a pessimistic one. 🔹 Protection: Repairs are being accelerated, and new air defense systems are being installed at thermal power plants. 🔹 Business: The Cabinet of Ministers will provide priority access to bunkers for warehouses. #Ukraine #Energy #Koretskyi #Shmyhal #Winter2026

🚨 In August 2026, the shutdown of the Chervonohrad Enrichment Plant paralyzed the coal industry of the Lviv-Volyn basin. Due to an 8-month downtime, mines cannot sell coal and depend on the state budget. Deputies warn of risks to energy security and winter fuel reserves. #Ukraine #Energy #Coal

🔥 Yulia Sviridenko could head Naftogaz! After refusing the US ambassadorship, the former Prime Minister is being considered for the head of the energy giant. 🇺🇦💼 Source: MP Zheleznyak. The decision has not yet been made, but is under discussion. 💰 The company needs 400 million euros for gas. #Ukraine #Naftogaz #Sviridenko

🇺🇦 Serbia will provide Ukraine with a new package of humanitarian aid for medicine and energy. Zelenskyy and Vučić discussed infrastructure, trade, and support for territorial integrity. #Ukraine #Serbia #Zelenskyy #Vucic