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Germany's Merz vows retaliation after Leipzig drone scare

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned that attackers behind drone incidents and other hostile acts would 'pay a price' after a drone carrying explosives was found near Leipzig/Halle Airport and defused; investigators suspect external actors, possibly Russia, though no firm attribution has been made. Merz said Germany faces real threats, announced tougher drone defenses and expanded powers for security services to strike back, and reaffirmed steadfast support for Ukraine.

via BBC|

#drone-attack #friedrich-merz #leipzig-halle-airport

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

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.

via Fox News|

#drone #germany #hybrid-threat

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Unknown object halts flights at Leipzig airport amid drone-sighting concerns

An unidentified object near Leipzig/Halle Airport forced the suspension of flight operations overnight and led to the diversion of several aircraft; police deployed a bomb-disposal robot as they investigate, with officials not confirming reports it was a drone, amid Germany's heightened alert for unauthorized drone activity near airports; the incident is developing and will be updated.

via CNN|

#drone #flight-disruption #germany