During the night, Russian aerial assaults have led to power cuts in large parts of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.
Nine people were injured while inhabitants in the city's east were experienced blackouts and encountered problems to water supplies, per reports from municipal leaders.
At the same time, a young boy was fatally injured in a distinct assault in the Zaporizhzhia area in the southeastern part, as reported by area administrators.
Russian forces has escalated attacks on electrical systems over the past few days, while officials has requested "substantial measures" from allies to increase pressure on Russia.
"What is required is not symbolic gestures but strong steps - from the US, European nations and the G7 - in supplying protection systems and implementing restrictions," was stated in a public message.
Authorities reported that 450 drones and several dozen missiles targeted the country's power systems, labeling such attacks as "strategic and deliberate" and against "critical infrastructure" as the weather cools.
Government representatives said Moscow was "conducting extensive attacks" and maintenance teams were working to restore power.
A barrage of missiles hit power facilities and civilian homes in the capital.
Several of the people injured in the attacks on the city have been hospitalized, per statements from municipal representatives.
Area administrators said the city endured heavy assaults overnight. A young boy was killed and multiple civilians were hurt.
The strikes succeed evenings of aerial attacks in the territory, parts of which are occupied by Moscow's military.
All of Ukraine is under warning for advanced weapon attacks, which are harder to spot.
Government officials told the media that Russia was deliberately attempting to damage the country's energy grid, with strikes already impacting gas facilities.
Officials stated technical personnel and officials were anticipating more assaults.
