# Germany blames Russia for airport drone incident, hits back with sanctions

https://mins.news/en/video/40983

- France 24 English, 2026-09-01 20:58 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imp3k9m7ze8

> Germany blamed Russia on Tuesday for an attempted “hybrid attack” involving an explosive-laden drone at a strategic airport last month and announced diplomatic counter-measures. The EU voiced “full solidarity,” NATO pledged to defend its members, and Britain, Estonia and Poland offered strong support.

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