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U.S. Sanctions on Russia’s Energy Sector a Step to Pressure the Kremlin into Negotiations

Minister of Energy Svitlana Grynchuk stated this during the United News telethon.

According to her, the sanctions imposed by the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump on Russia’s energy sector represent the first significant step to compel the Russian Federation to come to the negotiating table. The measures targeted the two largest oil companies that sustain the Russian economy.

Svitlana Grynchuk Provided an Update on the State of Ukraine’s Power System as of October 23

Minister of Energy of Ukraine Svitlana Grynchuk spoke live on the United News telethon about the current situation in the country’s power system.

According to her, as a result of the massive Russian attack on the night of October 22, energy companies have been forced to apply hourly power outage schedules in 12 regions of Ukraine. On October 23, restrictions will remain in place from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Svitlana Grynchuk: Energy Workers Restore Power to Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, Ending Its Tenth Blackout

Energy workers have restored power supply to the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, bringing it out of a complete blackout - the tenth since the start of the full-scale invasion. The plant had remained without external power for an entire month. This was announced by Ukrainian Minister of Energy Svitlana Grynchuk on her Facebook page.

Svitlana Grynchuk Held a Substantive Discussion with U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright

Minister of Energy of Ukraine Svitlana Grynchuk held a substantive discussion with U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright.

She briefed Secretary Wright on the recent massive Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy system and highlighted the country’s urgent need for additional equipment.

Secretary Wright reaffirmed the United States’ comprehensive support and noted that the U.S. remains

Norway to Provide Additional Support for Ukraine’s Gas Purchases – Svitlana Grynchuk

Given the ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine’s gas infrastructure, work continues to increase natural gas reserves, Minister of Energy of Ukraine Svitlana Grynchuk said during the United News national telethon.

“We are grateful to our partners, European countries, and international financial institutions that are helping us increase our natural gas reserves,” said Svitlana Grynchuk.

Energy Workers Continue Around-the-Clock Restoration of Damaged Infrastructure – Svitlana Grynchuk

Ukrainian energy workers are continuing their round-the-clock efforts to eliminate the consequences of massive enemy attacks on energy infrastructure. However, due to extensive destruction, it remains difficult to provide precise forecasts for full restoration, Minister of Energy of Ukraine Svitlana Grynchuk said during the United News national telethon.

Developing Partnership with the EU

Minister of Energy of Ukraine Svitlana Grynchuk held an online meeting with Gert Koopman, Director-General for Enlargement at the European Commission.

During the discussion, they addressed the ongoing challenges facing Ukraine’s energy sector, which continues to suffer from daily Russian attacks.

“Complex repair work is underway following the shelling. Our priority is to restore power supply to consumers as quickly as possible,” said Svitlana Grynchuk.

Ministry of Energy Continues Cooperation with IMF to Ensure Energy Stability

Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine, Roman Andarak, held a meeting with representatives of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to discuss the continuation of cooperation under the technical assistance project aimed at supporting Ukraine's energy sector.

The discussion focused on the current state of the energy system, existing mechanisms for supporting the population, and the development of a roadmap for further implementation.