The European Union will allocate €75 million in grant assistance for the restoration of the New Safe Confinement at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant. The announcement was made by President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen during the G7 Summit.

The funds will be directed towards restoring the protective structure covering the destroyed fourth reactor unit of the Chornobyl NPP, which sustained damage as a result of Russian attacks.

First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine – Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal expressed his gratitude to the European Union and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen for the decision to support the restoration of the facility and strengthen nuclear safety.

“I would like to thank President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. This contribution is an important step towards restoring the protective structure over the destroyed reactor unit and strengthening nuclear safety in Ukraine and across Europe. Restoring damaged energy infrastructure, enhancing the resilience of the power system, and ensuring reliable energy supply remain among our key priorities. I am grateful to the European Commission and all our partners for their unwavering support. Together, we are strengthening Ukraine’s energy security and resilience despite the ongoing energy terror,” Denys Shmyhal stated.

Ursula von der Leyen also noted that the European Union is coordinating efforts to support Ukraine’s preparations for the upcoming autumn-winter period. In particular, the EU is contributing to international efforts aimed at mobilizing support to strengthen the resilience of Ukraine’s energy system ahead of winter.

The President of the European Commission emphasized that Europe remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine amid intensified Russian attacks and that EU financial assistance continues to cover a significant share of the country’s needs.

Ursula von der Leyen further stressed that the European Union continues to support Ukraine not only in countering Russian aggression but also on its path towards EU membership. She highlighted Ukraine’s progress in implementing reforms and reaffirmed the EU’s readiness to continue advancing the accession negotiation process.