Russia targets Ukrainian energy grid as EU warns against hybrid threats

Russian strikes hit Kyiv's energy grid while EU Chief von der Leyen issues warnings over suspected Moscow-linked drone plots in Germany.
Russian forces have launched a fresh wave of drone attacks against Kyiv, injuring a resident and signaling an aggressive campaign aimed at destroying Ukraine's power infrastructure ahead of winter. The bombardment followed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s address to the United Nations General Assembly.
In response to ongoing hostilities, Ukrainian long-range strikes on Russian petroleum facilities have disrupted Moscow's domestic fuel supply, forcing it to import foreign fuel to meet national demand.
Meanwhile, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared that the European Union "will not tolerate attacks on EU soil" and remains ready to respond. Her statement comes after German law enforcement identified two suspects with ties to Moscow regarding an explosive drone plot in Leipzig.
Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.
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