# Ukraine on brink of total blackout, expert warns

https://mins.news/en/item/107975

- TASS, 2026-10-20 14:01 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2204773

> Ukrainian energy expert Yury Korolchuk says the power grid is steadily deteriorating and capacity is insufficient, bringing the country closer than ever to a total blackout. He says at least 4 GW of thermal power capacity is needed to balance the grid. Ukraine has faced energy supply problems and frequent hours-long outages since late 2025 amid extensive infrastructure damage.

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