Zelenskyy Says In Call With Biden That 50% Of Ukraines Energy Infrastructure Destroyed

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a phone conversation with US President Joe Biden that about 50% of Ukraine's energy infrastructure has been destroyed as a result of Russian missile strikes, the Ukrainian presidential office said on Monday.

The leaders held a phone conversation on Sunday to discuss the Ukrainian conflict and US efforts to aid Kiev. Following the call, Zelenskyy said that he had "coordinated positions" with his American counterpart, ahead of the online G7 meeting that will take place at 15:00 GMT on Monday.

"In this context, the president noted the assistance provided by the United States to restore Ukraine's energy system. Zelenskyy expressed hope for deepening cooperation in this area," the office said in a statement.

Ukrainian national energy company Ukrenergo said on Monday morning that a significant power shortage remains in the country's energy system.

The destruction prevents the full use of thermal power plants' capacity and additional time is required to restore their operation, the company added.