Shmyhal orders ugent redistribution of electronic warfare systems to frontline regions — Key details

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal held an on-site government meeting in Kherson region, where key priorities and urgent tasks were set for ministries and local administrations. The focus was on civilian protection, infrastructure recovery, and support for the agricultural sector.

He shared the outcomes of the meeting on his official Telegram channel.

«The government pays special attention to frontline territories, as they require continuous and systematic support. Kherson region has suffered greatly and continues to suffer from Russian aggression,» the Prime Minister said at the start of the meeting.

The head of the Kherson Regional Military Administration reported on active efforts to implement government directives. A central issue was security: to protect the population from constant drone attacks. The Ministry of Defense and the regional administration were tasked by the Prime Minister with coordinating efforts with the military and urgently redistributing electronic warfare (EW) systems among frontline regions. Emphasis was also placed on securing evacuation routes.

Regarding critical infrastructure and energy, Shmyhal stated that the supply of equipment is being strengthened to ensure stable power delivery, though he did not provide details. Relevant ministries have been given clear instructions.

In the healthcare sector, 11 underground medical facilities are currently under construction, including the regional children’s hospital and the city clinical hospital. The Ministry of Health is in talks with donors to procure medical equipment, such as CT scanners. These matters remain under the ministry’s close oversight.

Education and child safety are also in sharp focus. The first underground schools are being built in the region — at least one per community — and are expected to open by September 1. Some school buses have already been purchased, with more planned soon. The Ministries of Education and Finance are to assess and meet the transportation needs of local communities.

Demining operations continue systematically: 68% of de-occupied territories have already been cleared — a significant improvement, given earlier projections of up to 15 years. Efforts to increase capacity and funding for demining are ongoing.

For infrastructure recovery in Kherson region, nearly UAH 6.3 billion is allocated for 2025. In Posad-Pokrovske, a large-scale reconstruction project is underway under an experimental program with over UAH 2.2 billion in funding. Relevant officials have been instructed to maintain momentum and continue their efforts actively.

Irrigation and agriculture remain critical issues, especially after the destruction of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant. The Ministry of Agrarian Policy has been tasked with developing a compensation mechanism for farmers who are independently restoring irrigation systems — similar to existing demining compensation. Expansion of grant programs and budget support for horticulture is also being considered.

«I expect positive results from our joint efforts, ” Denys Shmyhal concluded.