German drone probe links suspects to Moscow as Russian strikes target Kyiv

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Posted Oct 19, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-10-19-0630
German drone probe links suspects to Moscow as Russian strikes target Kyiv
Photo: Corriere della Sera

German authorities identified Moscow-linked suspects in Leipzig drone incidents while Russia launched fresh strikes on Kyiv and Ukraine targeted Russian refineries.

German authorities have identified two suspects with ties to Moscow following explosive drone incidents near Leipzig. In response to the incidents, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen issued a firm warning, stating, "We do not tolerate attacks on EU soil."

Meanwhile, Russian forces launched fresh overnight drone strikes against Kyiv, injuring a resident. The attacks followed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address at the United Nations General Assembly. Russian military officials confirmed a renewed campaign targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure ahead of winter. In response, Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries have disrupted domestic fuel supplies, forcing Moscow to import petroleum from abroad.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.

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