Russian drone strikes hit Kyiv as Moscow targets Ukraine's energy network

Russian forces have launched another overnight drone barrage against Kyiv, injuring at least one person and damaging local infrastructure. The escalation follows Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's speech at the United Nations General Assembly, where he described Russian President Vladimir Putin as "the patient zero who wanted the war".

Moscow confirmed an intensified campaign specifically targeting Ukraine's energy grid. In response, Ukrainian long-range strikes hit several Russian petroleum facilities, creating domestic fuel shortages and forcing Russia to import refined products.

Concurrently, European security concerns mounted after German authorities linked two suspects to Moscow following explosive drone incidents in Leipzig. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen issued a firm warning, declaring, "We do not tolerate attacks on EU soil," and affirming readiness to respond to hybrid threats.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.