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Major Moscow's Attacks Disrupt Electricity In Kyiv

Power facilities under attack in Ukraine
The country's power facilities have faced increased attacks in the past few days

During the night, Moscow's missile and drone strikes have led to electricity outages in multiple districts of Ukraine's capital, the Ukrainian capital.

A number of civilians were hurt while local people in eastern neighborhoods were experienced blackouts and encountered disruption to water systems, according to municipal leaders.

Meanwhile, a young boy was lost their life in a distinct assault in the Zaporizhzhia area in the southern area, as reported by local officials.

Russian forces has increased assaults on energy facilities over the past few days, while Ukrainian leadership has demanded "substantial measures" from international partners to exert influence on Russia.

"What is required is not superficial actions but firm measures - from the US, Europe and the major economies - in providing protection systems and implementing penalties," was stated in a social media post.

He said that 450 drones and more than 30 projectiles struck Ukraine's energy infrastructure, describing such strikes as "strategic and deliberate" and against "critical infrastructure" as the weather cools.

Energy officials said Moscow was "launching a major assault" and technical staff were working to restore power.

A barrage of missiles damaged energy infrastructure and civilian homes in Kyiv.

Multiple people hurt in the strikes on the capital have been taken to hospital, according to local officials.

Rescue operations in the capital
Projectiles damaged residential structures in Kyiv during the night

Regional authorities said the city experienced intense attacks overnight. A young boy lost their life and multiple civilians were hurt.

The attacks succeed evenings of bombing campaigns in the region, portions of which remain under the control of Moscow's military.

All of Ukraine is under warning for hypersonic Kinzhal missile strikes, which are harder to detect.

Authorities told reporters that Russia was deliberately attempting to destroy the national power system, with strikes already disrupting gas facilities.

Authorities confirmed energy workers and officials were preparing for more assaults.

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Mary Murphy

A tech journalist and innovation analyst with over a decade of experience covering UK's digital economy and emerging technologies.

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