EU warns Russia over Leipzig drone plot as Moscow targets Ukrainian energy grid

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned against hostile operations on EU soil following an alleged Leipzig drone plot, as Russia launched fresh strikes on Ukraine's energy grid.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared that the bloc will not tolerate hostile operations on EU territory after German authorities uncovered an alleged explosive drone plot in Leipzig linked to two suspects tied to Moscow.
The security warning comes amid escalating strikes in the region. Russian defense officials confirmed a renewed campaign targeting Ukraine's power grid, launching overnight drone attacks against Kyiv that injured a civilian. The bombardment followed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address to the United Nations General Assembly, where he sharply criticized Russian leadership. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces continued long-range strikes against Russian oil facilities, exacerbating domestic fuel supply issues in Russia.
Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.
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