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Intensive Russian Strikes Cut Electricity Throughout Ukraine's Capital

Energy infrastructure under attack in the region
Ukraine's energy systems have faced increased attacks in the past few days

Throughout the evening, Russian aerial assaults have led to blackouts in extensive areas of the capital city, Kyiv.

A number of civilians were wounded while inhabitants in eastern districts were experienced blackouts and dealt with problems to water supplies, according to local authorities.

Meanwhile, a young boy was lost their life in a separate Russian drone strike in the southeastern region in the southern area, as reported by local officials.

Moscow has increased strikes on energy facilities over the last fortnight, while the country's government has called for "real steps" from allies to exert influence on Russia.

"The necessity is not symbolic gestures but firm measures - from the United States, the EU and the G7 - in supplying air defence systems and implementing restrictions," he wrote in a online statement.

Authorities reported that 450 drones and more than 30 missiles attacked the country's power systems, describing such assaults as "cynical and calculated" and against "everything that sustains normal life" as winter approaches.

Government representatives said Russia was "launching a major assault" and repair crews were working to restore power.

A series of attacks damaged electrical systems and civilian homes in Kyiv.

Multiple people injured in the assaults on the city have been hospitalized, per statements from city authorities.

Rescue operations in the capital
Russian missiles hit civilian homes in Kyiv during the night

Area administrators said the urban area endured significant strikes during nighttime hours. A seven-year-old child lost their life and three other people were wounded.

The strikes follow nights of aerial attacks in the region, portions of which are occupied by Russian forces.

The whole nation is on alert for hypersonic Kinzhal missile strikes, which are more difficult to spot.

Government officials told the media that Moscow was purposely seeking to damage the country's energy grid, with attacks already disrupting gas facilities.

He said utility staff and authorities were anticipating additional strikes.

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