Russia targets Ukrainian energy grid as EU warns against sabotage

Russian forces initiated further overnight drone attacks across Kyiv, injuring a resident and damaging civilian areas following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address at the United Nations General Assembly. Russian defense officials confirmed a dedicated military campaign aimed at disabling Ukraine's power grid and energy facilities. In response, Ukrainian troops launched long-range aerial strikes targeting petroleum refineries and fuel storage sites deep inside Russian territory, forcing Moscow to import fuel to cover domestic shortages.

Concurrently, European authorities reported heightened security concerns after two individuals linked to Moscow were implicated in an investigation regarding explosive drones discovered in Leipzig, Germany. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared that the European Union "will not tolerate attacks on EU soil" and indicated readiness to counter state-sponsored sabotage.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.