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Latest russia's mass attacks cause USD 1 billion in losses to energy industry – Halushchenko

Latest russia's mass attacks cause USD 1 billion in losses to energy industry – Halushchenko

Massive attacks by the russian occupiers in recent months have caused more than USD 1 billion in damage to the energy industry.

This follows from a statement by the Ministry of Energy, the Ukrainian News agency reports.

"Today, we are talking about the losses of more than USD 1 billion. But the attacks continue, and it is obvious that the losses will increase," said Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko.

He emphasized that the main damage as a result of massive attacks was done to thermal and hydro generation facilities, as well as electricity transmission systems.

At the same time, daily attacks on various types of energy facilities by drones, ballistics, or artillery continue.

"The system is stable today, but the situation is quite difficult," the minister said.

According to him, currently, due to favorable weather conditions, the energy system can be balanced with the capacities of renewable energy sources (RES).

"At the same time, in some regions, in particular in Kharkiv, which is subject to enemy fire on a daily basis, there are restrictions on electricity supply. In the region, work is being carried out to stabilize the situation and prepare for the autumn-winter period. To carry out restoration and repair works, as well as to increase the capacities of shunting generation, the help of international partners," Halushchenko said.

As the Ukrainian News agency earlier reported, overnight into April 27, russia attacked four thermal power plants.