Russia targets Ukrainian energy grid as Kyiv retaliates against Russian refineries

Russian forces have initiated a renewed campaign targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, launching overnight drone strikes on Kyiv that injured at least one person. The heightened aerial bombardment followed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address at the United Nations General Assembly, where he described Russian President Vladimir Putin as "patient zero who wanted the war."

In response, Kyiv intensified drone operations against Russian oil facilities. Ukrainian strikes hit several refineries and petroleum sites, causing domestic fuel disruptions and forcing Moscow to import refined fuel from foreign suppliers.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.