On the night of February 19-20, Russian drones targeted gas infrastructure facilities in Poltava Oblast, Ukraine. The attack led to significant damage, with ongoing fires reported at the facilities. Serhii Koretskyi, the Chairman of the Board of Naftogaz, Ukraine's largest oil and gas company, confirmed that emergency crews are currently addressing the aftermath of the attack. This incident is part of a larger pattern of aggression, as Russian forces have struck Naftogaz facilities over 20 times in just 2026.

The strike in Poltava Oblast highlights the continued vulnerability of critical energy infrastructure in Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict. Since the full-scale invasion began, Naftogaz has faced a staggering 401 attacks on its infrastructure. The intensity of these attacks has seen a marked increase, with 229 incidents reported in 2025 alone, surpassing the total number of attacks from the three preceding years combined. The focus on energy facilities demonstrates Russia's strategic efforts to undermine Ukraine's energy security during the ongoing war.

In light of the attack, Naftogaz Group had recently signed an €85 million agreement just days prior, indicating ongoing efforts to bolster their operations despite persistent threats. The incident not only raises concerns about immediate safety and operational disruptions but also signals broader implications for Ukraine's energy resilience and the need for increased protective measures against continued hostilities.