On February 7, Russian drones targeted an energy repair team from DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy company, in Dnipro Oblast. The team was working to restore a power line that had previously been damaged, close to the conflict front line, when they were struck by two FPV drones. Fortunately, the workers were able to escape the incident without any injuries, although the vehicle they were operating was completely destroyed in the attack.

This incident occurred during a broader series of attacks by Russia on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, marking the second major offensive against Ukraine's power system in 2023. Reports indicate that on this particular day, missile and drone strikes impacted energy facilities in eight different oblasts, highlighting the ongoing threat to Ukraine's power resilience and the challenges faced by repair teams working in these hazardous environments. The consistent targeting of energy-related assets by Russian forces illustrates a strategic effort to undermine Ukraine's energy security amid the ongoing conflict.

DTEK has previously suffered significant damage to its thermal power plants across multiple areas due to these regular assaults, which have severely impacted essential equipment. This attack on repair teams not only jeopardizes the safety of workers but also disrupts ongoing restoration efforts, drawing attention to the broader implications of the war on essential services in Ukraine. As the conflict persists, the safety of energy professionals becomes increasingly precarious, and the resilience of Ukraine's energy infrastructure is put to the test in the face of continuous aggression.