During the night, Russian aerial assaults have led to power cuts in large parts of the capital city, the Ukrainian capital.
A number of civilians were hurt while inhabitants in eastern districts were experienced blackouts and faced problems to water systems, as stated by municipal leaders.
At the same time, a minor was fatally injured in a separate Russian drone strike in the southeastern region in the southeastern part, according to local officials.
Russian forces has increased assaults on power infrastructure over recent weeks, while the country's government has called for "real steps" from partner nations to exert influence on Russia.
"What is required is not superficial actions but firm measures - from the US, Europe and the G7 - in delivering defensive weapons and enforcing restrictions," was stated in a online statement.
He said that 450 drones and more than 30 projectiles struck Ukraine's energy infrastructure, describing such strikes as "premeditated" and against "essential services" as winter approaches.
The energy minister said Russia was "launching a major assault" and maintenance teams were laboring to restore power.
A wave of strikes hit energy infrastructure and apartment buildings in the capital.
Multiple people wounded in the assaults on the capital have been transported for medical care, as confirmed by local officials.
Regional authorities said the metropolitan region came under significant strikes during nighttime hours. A young boy was killed and multiple civilians were hurt.
The attacks come after periods of air raids in the territory, parts of which are occupied by invading troops.
The entire country is in a state of readiness for advanced weapon attacks, which are tougher to identify.
Authorities told journalists that Moscow was deliberately attempting to demolish the country's energy grid, with strikes already disrupting gas facilities.
He said energy workers and government agencies were bracing for further attacks.
