India, April 30 -- An increase in civilian casualties caused by intensifying attacks from the Russian armed forces against Ukraines electric power infrastructure and railway system calls for concern, the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) said on Monday.

Since 22 March, Ukraines energy infrastructure sustained four waves of attacks that killed six people, injured at least 45 and struck at least 20 facilities.

Just this past Saturday alone, missile attacks damaged four thermal power plants critical for electricity generation. Two of the plants are located in western Ukraine, far from the frontline.

Previous reports from the UN Childrens Fund (UNICEF) also noted the attacks had damaged power and water supplies, which d...