EU warns against hybrid threats as Russia targets Ukrainian energy grid

European Union leaders have heightened warnings regarding Russian hybrid activities following recent security incidents across member states. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized that the bloc will not tolerate attacks on EU territory and remains prepared to respond.

The statement follows investigations into an explosive drone at Leipzig airport, where authorities identified two suspects linked to Moscow. Security sources noted one suspect held an Italian-issued Schengen visa, though preliminary checks indicate he did not enter Italy. Simultaneously, Danish intelligence warned that Russia is prepared to sabotage domestic industrial infrastructure.

In Ukraine, Russian forces conducted a third consecutive night of drone strikes on Kyiv. The Russian Defense Ministry announced upcoming mass strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, citing retaliation for Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.