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National Gas and Neso forecast sufficient gas and electricity supplies for winter 2026/27, but 'tight days' are possible in December and January, requiring standard balancing tools. Gas prices have risen by about 180% and electricity prices by 120% since the start of the American-Iranian war in February. A deal has been concluded with the Belgian interconnector for an additional 5% of capacity.
Sevara AzamovaIn an interview with British podcaster Steven Bartlett, Volodymyr Zelensky said Trump could easily force Putin into negotiations if he directed at him the same rhetoric he uses against Zelensky. He also rejected Trump's accusations of sabotaging peace and of rising diesel prices in the US.
Sevara AzamovaBelgium's federal energy minister Mathieu Bihl announced a temporary €15 million increase in heating oil subsidies for winter 2026–2027. The maximum allowance will rise from €0.20 to €0.50 per litre when the oil price reaches €1.775 per litre or more. The measure covers deliveries from 1 December 2026 to 28 February 2027 and applies only to households meeting the Social Heating Fund criteria.
Sevara AzamovaRussian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said that only one of the four Nord Stream lines remains operational, while the three damaged ones can technically be restored if there is demand and economic feasibility. The resumption of supplies, according to him, depends on the consent of European consumers, primarily Germany. Earlier, Putin estimated the capacity of the surviving line at 25–28 billion cubic meters of gas per year.
Javlon TursunovIn Ankara, in the presence of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, three documents were signed: a memorandum on defense industry partnership, an agreement on air transport, and a joint declaration on energy cooperation. According to the head of Turkey's Defense Industries Secretariat, Haluk Gorgun, the talks concerned elevating relations to the level of a strategic partnership.
Javlon TursunovThe National Energy System Operator (NESO) published its winter outlook, assuring that the UK's power system is prepared for the cold and resilient to possible challenges. However, the report came after an independent investigation by Eversheds Sutherland revealed a 'high level of stress and concern' among engineers due to the difficulties of balancing renewable and gas generation, as well as a 'significant disconnect' between dispatchers and management. A whistleblower's complaints about the concealment of records were not substantiated.
Sevara AzamovaKirill Dmitriev, special representative of the Russian president, said at a forum in Verona that the agreement with the US on supplies of Russian diesel will take effect from Friday. According to him, Moscow and Washington are also discussing fertilizer supplies, energy projects and joint AI centers. Dmitriev also predicted an escalation of the fuel crisis in Europe and the resumption of the Nord Streams.
Sevara AzamovaIn Kyiv, part of the right bank was left without power due to damage to energy infrastructure in the Shevchenkivskyi district. DTEK had already reported outages in four districts on the evening of October 20. Metro service was temporarily suspended for about five minutes.
Javlon TursunovThe European Parliament rejected the European Commission's proposal for a one-year delay of methane rules and voted to push the deadlines back three years — to 2031. The decision (341 votes in favour, 225 against, 6 abstentions) is explained by concerns about energy security and high prices amid the Middle East conflict. Environmentalists and the Greens criticised the vote as a concession to the oil and gas industry.
Sevara AzamovaUkrainian energy company DTEK reported partial power outages in Kyiv's Shevchenkivskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, Solomianskyi and Pecherskyi districts. The cause was named as an attack on energy infrastructure facilities. The company did not specify the number of affected homes or the timelines for restoring electricity supply.
Javlon TursunovAt a meeting on the socio-economic development of Kashkadarya region, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev ordered the creation of six industrial clusters by the end of the year, the opening of branches of the Kashkadarya SEZ in four districts with infrastructure worth 250 billion soums, the launch of agrodrones production and localization of tractor assembly at the FM World plant, as well as the implementation of a number of energy projects, including the 300 MW Masdar solar plant.
Javlon TursunovIn September 2026, inflation in the euro area stood at 3.8%, but the spread within it is wide: 2.7% in Finland, 3.3% in Germany and 6.1% in Lithuania under a single ECB rate of 2.50%. The main driver was an 18.9% rise in energy prices, while the differences are explained by energy mix, taxes and wage dynamics.
Javlon TursunovUS President Donald Trump welcomed the UK's decision to resume production at the Jackdaw field in the North Sea, calling on London to expand extraction 'at full throttle' and dismantle offshore wind turbines. The gas production licence was confirmed by UK Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulle; fuel supplies are expected by the end of October after years of legal battles with environmentalists.
Sevara AzamovaPrime Minister Andy Burnham has instructed Chancellor John Healey and Energy Secretary Miatte Fanbulle to develop a plan to scrap fixed daily payments (standing charges) in gas bills and report to Parliament. Experts disagree: Nesta considers the measure progressive (savings of about £27 a year), while Energy UK notes the effect depends on how costs are redistributed.
Sevara AzamovaThe European Commission said EU gas storage levels are below the historical average due to the impact of the Middle East crisis on LNG prices and supplies. According to Commission spokesperson Anna-Kaisa Itkonen, despite a difficult winter ahead, there is no threat to supply security. The issue was discussed at the European Council summit, and a discussion on creating strategic gas reserves is possible.
Javlon TursunovEU energy ministers will consider possible measures to reduce energy demand on 29 October, as the Middle East war has pushed gas prices up 140% and Brent is trading around $110. The initiative comes from the Irish presidency of the Council of the EU.
Sevara AzamovaAccording to French authorities, Gulf countries will supply France with a volume of diesel equivalent to 10% of its usual consumption in the coming weeks, amid protests over high energy prices. Macron is on a tour of the region, while agreements with the UAE on AI and energy have been signed in parallel.
Javlon TursunovThe Labour government led by Andy Burnham has approved gas production at the controversial Jackdaw field, 240 km east of Aberdeen. The decision came after a Scottish court in 2025 ruled previous approvals unlawful due to failure to account for indirect CO2 emissions. First gas deliveries are possible by the end of the month. Environmentalists called the decision 'climate vandalism,' while the government announced the creation of an energy wealth fund with an initial capital of £2 billion.
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