German police identify Russian-linked suspects over Leipzig drone discovery
German investigators identified two Russian-linked suspects after explosive drones were found in Leipzig, as Russian forces continue aerial strikes on Kyiv.
Russian forces have launched additional drone strikes against Kyiv, injuring a civilian following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address to the United Nations General Assembly. Moscow has formally announced an intensified campaign targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, while Ukrainian forces continue long-range strikes against Russian petroleum facilities.
Concurrently, European officials are responding to suspected Russian sabotage inside member states. German authorities identified two suspects tied to Moscow after explosive drones were uncovered in Leipzig. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that the bloc would act, stating, "We do not tolerate attacks on EU soil," and confirmed readiness to respond.
Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.
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