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Ukraine's Energy Minister Seeks International Support Amid Ongoing Energy Crisis

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Ukraine's energy crisis deepened following repeated Russian shelling attacks on its energy infrastructure, prompting an urgent call for international support. On December 27, 2022, Energy Minister Herman Galushchenko met with the heads of diplomatic missions from the Group of Seven and the EU Delegation in Kyiv to discuss the current situation. Galushchenko highlighted the need for high-voltage equipment, particularly autotransformers, and powerful generators to ensure stable gas production at Ukrainian fields. The minister also emphasized the critical situation at the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, where Russian occupiers are flagrantly violating nuclear and radiation safety.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Russian shelling has caused significant damage to Ukraine's energy infrastructure, including high-voltage equipment and generators.
  • Ukraine's Energy Minister, Herman Galushchenko, is seeking international support, including high-voltage equipment, generators, and special equipment for repair work.
  • The situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is critical, with Russian occupiers appointing a fake management, disregarding licenses and permits, and pressuring Ukrainian personnel to sign contracts.
  • Galushchenko pushed for sanctions against the Russian nuclear industry and a rejection of Russian nuclear fuel.
  • The Ukrainian government aims to increase electricity imports from EU countries, currently restricted to 600 MW during the day and 700 MW at night.
  • The EU and G7 ambassadors showed support for Ukraine's position on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, promoting negotiations for a demilitarized zone.

Statistics:

  • 600 MW: current daily electricity import restrictions from EU countries.
  • 700 MW: current nightly electricity import restrictions from EU countries.
  • Ukraine: is seeking high-voltage equipment, including autotransformers, and powerful generators due to the ongoing energy crisis.
  • Zaporizhzhia: the nuclear power plant is facing a critical situation due to Russian occupiers' actions.

Sources:

  • Al Bawaba (Albawaba.com)
  • SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info )

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