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Large-scale Russian Attacks Cut Electricity Throughout Ukraine's Capital

Energy infrastructure targeted in the region
Ukraine's energy systems have faced escalating strikes in the past few days

Throughout the evening, Russian missile and drone strikes have led to electricity outages in extensive areas of the capital city, Kyiv.

Nine people were hurt while local people in eastern districts were experienced blackouts and encountered problems to water supplies, per reports from local authorities.

At the same time, a young boy was killed in a distinct aerial attack in the southeastern region in the southern area, as reported by regional authorities.

Russian forces has increased assaults on energy facilities over the last fortnight, while Ukrainian leadership has called for "real steps" from allies to exert influence on Russia.

"What is required is not window dressing but firm measures - from the US, the EU and the major economies - in supplying protection systems and implementing restrictions," he wrote in a public message.

He said that 450 drones and more than 30 projectiles attacked Ukraine's energy infrastructure, labeling such strikes as "cynical and calculated" and against "everything that sustains normal life" as the weather cools.

Government representatives said Russia was "conducting extensive attacks" and technical staff were working to fix the damage.

A series of attacks damaged power facilities and civilian homes in Kyiv.

Several of the people hurt in the strikes on the city have been transported for medical care, per statements from local officials.

Rescue operations in Kyiv
Aerial weapons damaged apartment buildings in Kyiv during the night

Local officials said the city experienced heavy assaults during nighttime hours. A minor lost their life and several individuals were hurt.

The attacks come after evenings of bombing campaigns in the region, sections of which are currently controlled by Russian forces.

The entire country is under warning for hypersonic Kinzhal missile strikes, which are tougher to identify.

Government officials told journalists that Russia was deliberately attempting to demolish the country's energy grid, with strikes already affecting gas facilities.

He said utility staff and officials were anticipating more assaults.

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