Ukraine has withstood another massive russian missile and drone attack. The power system is intact, but the situation is very difficult. There are problems with electricity distribution in a number of regions. This was stated by Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during a Government meeting on 29 March.
He added that the problem with power supply is being resolved. Ukraine is importing electricity from Romania, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary and Moldova to keep the system stable.
"Today's attack has again damaged the equipment quite heavily. Once again, the attack targeted both electricity generation facilities and the distribution system. It is critical for all of us to reduce electricity consumption now. This applies especially to evening hours," the Prime Minister stressed.
According to Denys Shmyhal, all services are working to overcome the consequences of the attack. Some of the facilities affected by last week's attack have already been restored.
The Prime Minister added that due to favorable weather conditions, a number of communities and cities have already decided to end the heating season. By switching off the heating, he said, the energy system will be better balanced.
"These are the resources we need now and we will direct them to ensure that all Ukrainian families have electricity. We do not stop the repairs for a minute. We continue preparations. We are enhancing the resilience of our energy sector. We are starting to accumulate resources for the next winter," said Denys Shmyhal.
The Head of Government assured that despite the end of the heating season, the Invincibility Points will continue to operate. There are more than 10,000 of them across the country.
The Prime Minister emphasised that all the points should remain accessible to people at all times. To this end, the Government has approved a resolution that regulates the issue of their permanent operation.
"We will also regulate the use of the property of these centres, including generators, starters and other equipment. Both now, in the context of the russian energy terror, and after the war, the Invincibility Points must continue to work to support people," the Prime Minister stressed.