https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-to-intensify-strikes-on-ukraine-after-zelenskiy-interviewContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-to-intensify-strikes-on-ukraine-after-zelenskiy-interviewhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-to-intensify-strikes-on-ukraine-after-zelenskiy-interview#u110068Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:21:06 +0000Russia announced plans to ramp up military strikes across Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions following an interview where President Volodymyr Zelenskiy vowed to target Russian oil refineries. The Russian Defence Ministry also urged foreign diplomats to leave Kyiv, prompting pushback from the European Union and international leaders. Meanwhile, ongoing drone and missile attacks have caused significant casualties and infrastructure damage across Ukraine, drawing solidarity visits from foreign officials such as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who pledged one billion euros in military aid.Why it m