Leipzig Drone Attack Blamed On Russia
Berlin says Moscow was behind an attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport.
September 1, 2026 · Updated Sep 1, 8:33pm ET
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What happened
Germany on Tuesday blamed Russia for an attempted explosive-drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport, where a drone was found on Aug. 4 near Ukrainian cargo aircraft. Officials said the device failed to detonate because of a faulty detonator and was defused at the eastern German airport. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt
Alexander DobrindtGerman politician said investigators linked the drone configuration, components, explosives and cyber technology to Russian hybrid operations and Moscow’s war against Ukraine. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul
Johann WadephulGerman politician (CDU), Federal Foreign Minister, Member of the Bundestag announced closures including Russia’s consulate in Bonn and the Russian House
Russisches HausRussian (formerly Soviet) culture centre and cinema in Mitte, Berlin, Germany cultural center in Berlin.
