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Zelensky offers Spain support after major power outage

29.04.2025 11:36
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his country is ready to assist Spain in responding to the recent power outage, following a call with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (center) in an archival photo taken at the funeral Mass of Pope Francis in St. Peters Square, on the steps of Saint Peters Basilica, Vatican City, 26 April 2025.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (center) in an archival photo taken at the funeral Mass of Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square, on the steps of Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, 26 April 2025.Photo: FABIO FRUSTACI/PAP/EPA

In a social media post, Zelensky noted that Ukrainian energy workers have extensive experience restoring grids damaged by repeated Russian attacks.

„I spoke with the Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez about the emergency situation in the energy system. No matter what happens, we are always ready to assist and support our friends.

Over the years of war and Russian attacks on our energy system, Ukraine has gained significant experience in overcoming any energy challenges, including blackouts.

Our specialists can join recovery efforts. I offered such assistance to Spain. I instructed Ukraine’s Minister of Energy to act as swiftly as possible. Our technical experts are ready to help,” Zelensky wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

A handout video-grab image taken from Spanish Prime Ministry's X Account shows Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez informing on the situation after a massive outage affected Spain and Portugal at La Moncloa Palace, in Madrid, Spain, late 28 April 2025. Photo: Fernando Calvo/PAP/Spanish PM/EPA A handout video-grab image taken from Spanish Prime Ministry's X Account shows Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez informing on the situation after a massive outage affected Spain and Portugal at La Moncloa Palace, in Madrid, Spain, late 28 April 2025. Photo: Fernando Calvo/PAP/Spanish PM/EPA

A major blackout on Monday disrupted life across Spain, Portugal, and parts of France, affecting traffic lights, internet service, mobile networks, and public transport.

Authorities say there is no indication the outage was caused by a cyberattack. By Tuesday, energy operators confirmed power had been fully restored across the Iberian Peninsula.

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Source: IAR/PAP/X/@ZelenskyyUa