This support comes in response to the severe damage inflicted by recent Russian shelling, particularly targeting Kyiv's energy facilities.
Key Details:
Humanitarian Aid:
- Total Generators: 7
- Total Value: €360,000
- Generator Specifications: Three generators with a capacity of 200 kW and four generators with a capacity of 220 kW.
Ceremony and Participants:
- The handover ceremony took place on August 28, 2024.
- The event was attended by Spain's Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union, and Cooperation, José Manuel Albarez.
- The Ambassador of Ukraine to Spain, Serhii Pogoreltsev, expressed gratitude to the Spanish government for its continued support amid ongoing Russian aggression.
Purpose and Impact:
- The generators will be critical in stabilizing electricity supply in affected regions of Ukraine.
- They aim to mitigate the impact of Russia's latest combined attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, which was described as one of the largest to date.
Logistics:
- The generators are to be delivered to Ukraine in the coming days via the European Civil Protection Mechanism, ensuring prompt assistance in restoring power to affected areas.
This aid underscores Spain's commitment to supporting Ukraine during the ongoing conflict, providing essential resources to maintain critical infrastructure amidst persistent challenges.
