Mass protests in the Albanian capital escalated into clashes with security forces. According to tax authorities, business damage reaches €2.15 million.
Russian drones hit a residential area in Sumy Oblast, causing fires. Rescue workers evacuated three residents, one person was injured.
The Halytskyi District Court of Lviv fined the driver for importing a large batch of goods without declaration and confiscated the goods in favour of the state.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved new parking rules for parents with young children. Drivers were reminded that the "N" sticker applies only to training vehicles, not to novice drivers.
People's Deputy Yaroslav Zheleznyak announced that the president will submit bills for another 90-day extension of restrictive measures, with voting scheduled for 26 October.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has again rejected the idea of easing the isolation of the far-right, warning CDU members that voting for the AfD is impossible.
On 21 October, a fighter from Novoselytsia serving in a reconnaissance company of military unit A2582 was killed near Novooleksandrivka.
Denis Maslov announced the start of the competition for the Minister of Justice Cup, which will run until spring 2027 and bring together teams from various regions.
International rating agency Fitch Ratings assessed the financial condition of Ukrenergo, raising its long-term credit rating. According to the experts' decision, the company's status has been changed from RD (restricted default) to CCC. This decision was made following the successful completion of the debt restructuring procedure.
Fitch analysts note that the restructuring carried out allowed for a reduction in the current debt burden and an extension of loan repayment terms. This means that the company is no longer under direct threat of being unable to meet its financial obligations in the near term.
Despite the rating improvement, the agency emphasises that the overall level of financial risks remains significant. Fitch cites the following key factors as holding back further rating growth:
As reported by Ukrenergo's press service, the restructuring process was completed on 15 October. The previous claim on the eurobonds, including accrued interest, amounted to USD 1.086 billion.
Under the new agreement, the debt structure has been changed as follows:
According to the company's estimates, the change in principal debt terms and interest rates will save approximately USD 135 million. These funds are planned to be directed towards the restoration of energy infrastructure.
Fitch forecasts an improvement in Ukrenergo's financial results in 2027. According to the agency's data, the EBITDA indicator is expected to grow from approximately UAH 4 billion in 2026 to almost UAH 10 billion the following year.
When determining the rating, experts also take into account the company's close ties with the state, which guarantees around 80% of its debt. At the same time, Fitch notes that the state's capacity to support the energy holding is limited by Ukraine's overall financial situation.
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