# Drone bomb found near Ukrainian ammunition plane at Leipzig airport

https://mins.news/en/item/15329

- The Guardian, 2026-08-06 15:06 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/06/leipzig-drone-bomb-found-near-ukrainian-plane-carrying-ammunition

> German officials say a drone carrying explosives was discovered at Leipzig airport, potentially preventing a catastrophe with multiple casualties. Authorities are investigating whether a foreign state may have been involved in the alleged plot. A classified police report cited by WDR, NDR and Süddeutsche Zeitung said a Ukrainian aircraft parked nearby was loaded with military ammunition. Officials said a “ripped” detonator prevented the device from exploding.

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