# Russian diplomat rejects accusations of Russia’s involvement in Leipzig drone incident

https://mins.news/en/item/43874

- TASS, 2026-09-03 14:23 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2182211

> Russian Ambassador to the Czech Republic Anna Ponomareva denied Moscow’s involvement in the Leipzig/Halle Airport drone incident after being summoned by the Czech Foreign Ministry. She called the accusations provocative and said they benefited supporters of the Kiev regime. Germany had officially blamed Russia and announced tougher measures against Moscow.

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