Odesa operates under constant attack pressure; we support the city with concrete solutions: Oleksii Kuleba
The Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration and Minister for Communities and Territories Development Oleksii Kuleba held a meeting with the leadership of the Odesa City Military Administration. They reviewed the situation in the city and agreed on further steps to strengthen infrastructure and assist residents.
The top priority is getting through the heating season. The Government is allocating UAH 100 million to reinforce critical heating systems and ensure their stable operation amid drone and missile attacks.
“We are supporting Odesa’s resilience with concrete measures. The city must function confidently. This concerns heating, water, logistics, and aid to people. We are coordinating actions with local authorities and state bodies,” stated Oleksii Kuleba.
A separate agenda item was the project to reconstruct Odesa’s sewerage system. Technical parameters and implementation stages are being aligned. Compensation for damaged and destroyed housing was also discussed. In Odesa, 1,300 families have already received payments and certificates under the eVidnovlennia programme. Particular attention was paid to housing in architectural heritage sites. The Government has adopted the necessary resolutions, and work is now underway to develop the corresponding compensation mechanism.
The operation of ports and logistics was also addressed. Nearly 155 million tonnes of cargo have passed through the maritime corridor, including 92 million tonnes of grain. Port infrastructure continues to function under attack conditions.
“Our task is to make Odesa safe, resilient, and modern. This is only possible through close cooperation between the Government, the military administration, city authorities, and the community,” noted Serhii Lysak, Head of the Odesa City Military Administration.
The Ministry for Communities and Territories Development and the Odesa City Military Administration continue joint efforts to support the city and its residents.