Germany accuses Russia of drone attack on Leipzig airport

Germany has accused Russia of being behind a drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport in eastern Germany. According to MyJoyOnline Ghana, a drone carrying an explosive device was discovered at the airport on August 4, close to Ukrainian cargo planes. The device failed to explode due to a faulty detonator.

Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt stated that the attack followed a pattern of "Russian hybrid operations in Europe". He also mentioned that examination of the equipment used, along with intelligence findings, proved Russian involvement in the attack.

Russia has denied the allegations, with President Vladimir Putin accusing Germany of planting evidence to blame Moscow. The Russian embassy in Berlin described the allegations as "absurd". In response, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul announced the closure of the Russian consulate in Bonn and the termination of the contract for the Russian House in Berlin.

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