Russia targets Ukrainian energy grid as EU warns over Leipzig drone incidents
Russian strikes hit Kyiv following Zelensky's UN address, while the EU warns against hybrid threats after explosive drones were linked to Moscow in Leipzig.
Russian forces conducted another overnight drone barrage against Kyiv, injuring a woman following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address to the United Nations General Assembly. Meanwhile, Russia's Defence Ministry announced a campaign aimed at disabling Ukraine's energy grid before winter. In turn, Ukrainian aerial counter-strikes on Russian oil refineries have disrupted domestic fuel supplies, compelling Moscow to import petroleum.
Simultaneously, European Union officials expressed alarm over alleged Russian sabotage within member states. German investigators identified two suspects linked to Moscow after discovering explosive drones in Leipzig. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that the bloc "will not tolerate attacks on EU soil" and stands prepared to respond.
Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.
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