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Large-scale Russian Attacks Cut Power In Kyiv

Power facilities targeted in Ukraine
The country's power facilities have come under increased strikes in recent weeks

Throughout the evening, Russian aerial assaults have resulted in blackouts in large parts of the capital city, Kyiv.

Nine people were injured while inhabitants in the city's east were experienced blackouts and faced problems to water supplies, as stated by city officials.

Meanwhile, a seven-year-old child was fatally injured in a distinct aerial attack in the southeastern region in the southeastern part, as reported by local officials.

Russian forces has increased strikes on energy facilities over the last fortnight, while officials has called for "concrete actions" from allies to increase pressure on Moscow.

"What is required is not window dressing but strong steps - from the United States, Europe and the G7 - in providing protection systems and enforcing restrictions," was stated in a public message.

Officials stated that 450 drones and more than 30 rockets attacked the country's power systems, characterizing such assaults as "premeditated" and against "critical infrastructure" as winter approaches.

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

A barrage of missiles struck electrical systems and apartment buildings in the capital.

Five out of the nine people injured in the strikes on the city have been hospitalized, per statements from municipal representatives.

Emergency response in the capital
Aerial weapons struck civilian homes in the capital overnight

Regional authorities said the metropolitan region endured significant strikes throughout the evening. A minor was killed and several individuals were wounded.

The attacks follow evenings of aerial attacks in the region, sections of which are currently controlled by Russian forces.

All of Ukraine is under warning for advanced weapon attacks, which are tougher to detect.

National leaders told journalists that Russia was purposely seeking to destroy the national power system, with attacks already affecting gas facilities.

He said energy workers and officials were preparing for additional strikes.

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Robin Spears

A neuroscientist with over 15 years of experience in neuroimaging and brain-computer interface research, based in the UK.

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