Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on February 7, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 7, 2026
Russia attacked Ukraine's energy sector with 400 drones and 40 missiles, targeting key infrastructure, as Zelenskiy calls for diplomacy.
KYIV, Feb 7 (Reuters) - Russia launched more than 400 drones and about 40 missiles on Saturday to attack Ukraine's energy sector, targeting the power grid, generation facilities, and distribution substations, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said.
"Every day, Russia could choose real diplomacy, but it chooses new strikes," Zelenskiy posted on X. "It is crucial that everyone who supports the trilateral negotiations respond to this. Moscow must be deprived of the ability to use the cold as leverage against Ukraine."
(Reporting by Olena Harmash; Editing by William Mallard)
A drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously using software-controlled flight plans. Drones are often used for surveillance, reconnaissance, and military operations.
A missile is a guided weapon that is propelled to hit a specific target. Missiles can be launched from various platforms and are used in military operations for strategic attacks.
The energy sector encompasses industries involved in the production and distribution of energy, including electricity, gas, and renewable energy sources. It plays a critical role in powering economies.
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