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During the night, Russian aerial assaults have led to power cuts in large parts of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.

A number of civilians were wounded while local people in eastern neighborhoods were left without electricity and dealt with interruptions to water systems, according to local authorities.

At the same time, a young boy was killed in a distinct assault in the Zaporizhzhia area in the southeastern part, according to local officials.

Moscow has intensified attacks on energy facilities over recent weeks, while officials has requested "real steps" from allies to exert influence on Moscow.

"What's needed is not symbolic gestures but strong steps - from the United States, the EU and the G7 - in delivering air defence systems and enforcing penalties," mentioned in a social media post.

Authorities reported that hundreds of unmanned aircraft and several dozen rockets struck the country's power systems, labeling such strikes as "cynical and calculated" and against "essential services" as temperatures become colder.

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

A wave of strikes damaged power facilities and apartment buildings in the capital.

Five out of the nine people injured in the attacks on the city have been taken to hospital, as confirmed by municipal representatives.

Area administrators said the urban area endured significant strikes throughout the evening. A seven-year-old child lost their life and multiple civilians were wounded.

The assaults succeed evenings of air raids in the territory, portions of which are occupied by invading troops.

The entire country is in a state of readiness for hypersonic Kinzhal missile strikes, which are more difficult to detect.

National leaders told the media that Russia was deliberately attempting to demolish the national power system, with attacks already impacting gas facilities.

Officials stated utility staff and officials were anticipating additional strikes.