Russian drone strikes hit Kyiv following Moscow's energy campaign announcement

Russian drone attacks struck Kyiv following Volodymyr Zelensky's UN address, while the EU warned Moscow over security incidents involving explosive drones in Germany.
Russian forces carried out fresh overnight drone attacks on Kyiv, injuring a resident, shortly after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the United Nations General Assembly. In his address, Zelensky condemned Russian leadership as "the patient zero who wanted the war."
Moscow's defense ministry subsequently announced a targeting campaign aimed at devastating Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Simultaneously, Ukraine escalated long-range air strikes against Russian oil refineries, causing domestic fuel disruptions that compelled Moscow to purchase petroleum from abroad.
Meanwhile, security developments unfolded in Germany, where investigators identified two suspects linked to Moscow in connection with explosive drones discovered in Leipzig. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen affirmed that the European Union will not tolerate attacks on its soil and remains prepared to respond.
Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.
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