Ukraine Electricity Imports Soar 2.5 Times Amid Russian Attacks and Power Outages

Ukraine has significantly increased its electricity imports in October 2025, reaching 360,000 MWh, which is 2.5 times higher than in September, primarily sourcing from Hungary and Poland as it expands partnerships with European energy operators. At the same time, electricity exports fell by 85% to 90,800 MWh due to intensified Russian attacks on energy infrastructure, although cross-border trade with Slovakia resumed after repairs. Rising electricity demand in Ukraine has been observed amid power outages and restrictions caused by these attacks, with authorities urging prudent energy use during peak hours to maintain grid stability. Despite having the technical capacity to import up to 2,100 MW per hour from the EU, Ukraine currently uses only 30-50% of this, highlighting potential for further imports to support the grid. Previous months showed fluctuating trends, with September seeing a 41% increase in exports but a 47% decrease in imports compared to August. These developments underscore the critical role of international energy support in stabilizing Ukraine's electricity system amid ongoing conflict-related challenges.