Explosive drone shuts Leipzig/Halle, prompts hybrid-threat probe

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A drone carrying an explosive device was found near a Ukrainian plane at Leipzig/Halle Airport, triggering runway shutdowns and flight diversions; a second unmanned object collided with a cargo aircraft, prompting German authorities to launch a broader investigation described as a hybrid threat, with ongoing questions about the explosives, drone origin, and possible Russia involvement as concerns rise over drone activity near European NATO sites.
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- The Leipzig drone bomb marks a dangerous escalation for Europe The Guardian
- Drone with explosives found at German airport, official sees 'new quality' of threat NPR
- Flying object hits plane at German airport as drone discovered carrying explosive device CNN
- Explosive Drone Found at German Airport Used by Ukrainian Carrier The New York Times
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