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Germany blames Russia for last month's attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport

The German government has blamed Russia for an attempted attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport last month using a drone laden with explosives

The Independent UK

Germany poised to identify suspect in Leipzig drone attack on Ukrainian plane

Berlin expected to outline response to incident this month widely speculated to have been coordinated by Russia

The Guardian - UK

US defence firm plans medium-range missile production near Leipzig

Covenant is a relatively new player in the arms industry. The company was founded in 2024 and is also active in Israel.

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Third drone and suspected military explosives found near Leipzig airport

Local media report discovery by German investigators after attempted attack on cargo and military logistics hub

The Guardian - UK

Those behind hybrid attacks against Germany 'will pay,' Merz says, as officials find third drone at airport

Leipzig/Halle airport in eastern Germany plays a key role in the transport of military goods, including by the German military and NATO allies, and also serves as a base for Ukraine's Antonov Airlines.

Euronews

Syrian criminal clans: How is Germany attempting to address the problem?

Criminally organised groups pose a consistently high threat, a federal report has found. Some states, including Saxony, have a "Taskforce Clan" as one group there has recently attracted particular attention.

Euronews

Gun stash in German forest believed to be linked to Russia, say reports

Germany seeking to extradite suspect from Romania over guns it is feared could have been used ⁠in assassinations

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Explosive drone at Leipzig airport: Whose DNA was found on the device?

Following the discovery of an explosive drone beside Ukrainian Antonov aircraft, investigators in Leipzig have found DNA traces. According to several media outlets, there are indications of a link to a case from 2024.

Euronews

US intelligence ‘believes Russia was behind Leipzig airport drone bomb’

German government talks of a ‘new level of danger’ but declines to say who it thinks was responsible for device

The Guardian - UK

Germany warns of daily 'hybrid warfare' after suspected drone attack

Germany's Interior Minister highlighted the ongoing peril of hybrid warfare, stating that foreign entities are orchestrating covert attacks aimed at destabilizing the nation. In response to escalating threats, including a suspected drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport and drone sightings near military facilities, the government is set to enhance its anti-drone…

The Economic Times

Two drones spottled flying over military base in the western part of the country, German armed forces say

The incident comes just days after a drone carrying explosives was found on the tarmac at Germany’s Leipzig-Halle airport, near a Ukrainian Antonov Airlines cargo plane.

Euronews

2 drones spotted flying over German military base after drone with explosives found at cargo airport

Two drones were spotted flying over a German military base this week. This incident occurred just two days after a drone with explosives was found. The device was defused at Leipzig/Halle Airport, a major international freight hub. German officials are investigating the drone sightings and the explosive device. Russia has…

The Economic Times

Leipzig drone bomb was found near Ukrainian plane carrying ammunition, say police

Germany investigating whether foreign state involved as minister says ‘ripped’ detonator stopped device going off

The Guardian - UK

Plane near drone found at German airport was carrying ammunition, media reports say

A drone carrying high-grade explosives was discovered near Ukrainian cargo planes at Leipzig airport. Authorities are searching for an object that damaged another freight jet mid-air. This incident disrupted operations at one of Germany's main logistics hubs. German officials are investigating the event as a hybrid attack. The investigation into…

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Explosive drone: Why Leipzig/Halle airport keeps becoming a target for sabotage

Leipzig/Halle is one of Europe’s most important cargo airports and a key hub for military transport. After the latest incident, the question arises again: why does this site repeatedly become a focus of suspected sabotage?

The Times of India

'New level of danger': Explosive drone found near Ukrainian cargo plane at Germany airport

Germany launched a counterterrorism probe after an explosive drone was found near Leipzig/Halle Airport. This incident caused flight disruptions at the major European cargo hub. Investigators are examining potential foreign involvement in this sophisticated operation. A separate DHL cargo plane sustained minor damage after striking an unidentified object. Officials are…

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: First home buyers’ scheme twist; explosive drone scare at German airport; butterflies on the move

Homes bought under 5% deposit scheme turned into investments; drone carrying explosives found in Leipzig

International Business Times UK

German Airport on High Alert After Explosive Drone Is Found Near Ukrainian Aircraft at Major Cargo Hub

A drone carrying an explosive device was found near Ukrainian cargo planes at Leipzig/Halle Airport, triggering a security lockdown. Investigations are ongoing to determine the responsible parties.

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The Guardian - UK

The Leipzig drone bomb marks a dangerous escalation for Europe

Initial evidence suggests aerial drone, found near Ukrainian cargo planes at German airport, came from Russia

The Guardian - UK

Drone carrying explosives at German airport marks ‘new level of danger’, says interior minister

Investigators treating incident as part of ‘professional hybrid threat scenario’, says Alexander Dobrindt

France 24

Drone with explosive device found near Ukrainian cargo plane at German airport

German authorities launched a major security operation overnight after an explosives-laden drone was found on the tarmac near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig-Halle Airport, forcing flight diversions and prompting the deployment of a bomb disposal robot. A cargo aircraft that aborted its landing also struck an unidentified object mid-air…

Euronews

German police deploy bomb disposal robot at Leipzig airport after explosive drone found near Ukrainian plane

Several flights, including one passenger plane, were diverted to other airports after the sighting of the flying object near the airport shortly before midnight.

Euronews

Anti-tracking fashion: Startup designs clothing to foil AI surveillance cameras

Face-like prints, special cuts and shielding smartphone pockets: Urban Privacy wants to hinder surveillance, while police increasingly rely on smart cameras.

The Times of India

Indian student drowns in Germany; four questioned

MANGALURU: An Indian student from Marakada-Kunjathbail in Mangaluru, who was pursuing a BBA in Germany, reportedly died in a suspected drowning incident in Leipzig Thursday.

Euronews

Porsche plans Cayenne return to Leipzig as staff face pay cuts

The Cayenne is set to return to Germany. But the planned move of production to Leipzig apparently comes at a high price, with staff expected to give up part of their pay.

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