Ukraine's Energy Crisis Deepens: MP Reveals Shocking Losses and Missed Opportunity

Ukraine's Energy Sector Suffers Heavy Losses Amidst War: MP Kamelchuk Reports Critical Shortages and Missed Opportunities. KYIV, UKRAINE – June 15, 2025 – The ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to take a heavy toll on the nation's infrastructure, with the energy sector bearing the brunt of the damage. According to MP Yuriy Kamelchuk, Ukraine's capacity to protect its energy facilities is severely hampered by a critical shortage of aircraft. "We lack the necessary number of aircraft to protect our energy facilities," Kamelchuk stated in a recent video interview. He further revealed that approximately 80% of Ukraine's thermal power generation has been destroyed. This significant loss underscores the vulnerability of Ukraine's energy infrastructure and the urgent need for additional resources to safeguard it. The situation is further aggravated by a missed opportunity to acquire additional fighter jets from a British company, a decision made by the Ministry of Defence. This decision has raised concerns among some experts about the potential impact on Ukraine's ability to effectively defend its energy grid. The ongoing situation highlights the complex challenges faced by Ukraine in balancing its defense needs with the critical need to maintain its energy infrastructure.