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Zelenskyy Appeals to Latin American Leaders for Support to Repair Ukraine's Power Grid

06 Nov 2026, 07:15 AM
Zelenskyy Appeals to Latin American Leaders for Support to Repair Ukraine's Power Grid
**Madrid, November 6, 2026:** Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on Latin American countries to help Ukraine repair its damaged electricity infrastructure following repeated Russian attacks. Speaking at the 30th Ibero-American Summit in Madrid, Zelenskyy requested international assistance to obtain essential equipment, including transformers, power cables and generators. He said Ukraine urgently needs supplies to maintain electricity services and protect its energy infrastructure. The summit brought together representatives from 22 mainly Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries, along with international leaders and officials. Zelenskyy also called for greater diplomatic support from Latin American nations and thanked Spain for its continued assistance. The request comes as Ukraine prepares for another difficult winter, with concerns about electricity supply and infrastructure damage. **Source:** Euronews. **Publication date:** November 6, 2026