Germany says Russia responsible for drone attack at Leipzig airport
The German government has attributed a recent drone attack at Leipzig airport to Russia and announced retaliatory measures, including the closure of a Russian consulate and a cultural center. Officials stated that Germany expects further hybrid attacks from Russia.
Why it matters
This escalation marks a significant deterioration in diplomatic relations between Germany and Russia, highlighting the threat of hybrid warfare in Europe.
The German government said on Tuesday (September 1, 2026) it assessed that Russia was responsible for an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle airport this month and ordered a series of measures in response, including the closure of a Russian cultural centre in Berlin.
“We assume that Germany is the target of further hybrid attacks by Russia,” Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said in a statement to the media.
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