# Germany blames Russia for drone attack at Leipzig airport

https://mins.news/en/item/40783

- The Guardian, 2026-09-01 18:01 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/01/germany-blames-russia-drone-attack-leipzig-airport

> Germany has blamed Russia for a drone loaded with explosives found at Leipzig/Halle airport on 4 August, saying Moscow supplied the expertise and equipment for a planned attack carried out by recruited agents. Berlin announced proportionate but resolute penalties, including sanctions and tighter controls, while the EU and Nato expressed solidarity.

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