Embassy of Russia in Berlin
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Germany blames Russia for drone attack on Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig/Halle, announces countermeasures
Germany formally accused Russia on 1 September of being behind a drone discovered on 4 August near a Ukrainian Antonov cargo aircraft at Leipzig/Halle airport. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt cited intelligence and patterns of Russian hybrid operations. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul announced countermeasures including the closure of the Russian consulate in Bonn and termination of the 'Russian House' agreement in Berlin. Russia denied responsibility; the EU summoned Moscow's ambassador and described the attack as bearing the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism.
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Germany announces punitive measures against Russia over Leipzig airport drone attack
Germany has officially accused Russia of being behind a drone incident at Leipzig airport that struck a Ukrainian transport aircraft, and announced a series of punitive measures in response. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt and Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul outlined the steps, which include revoking the agreement for the Russian House in Berlin, closing the Russian consulate in Bonn, tightening checks on Russian citizens entering the country, and increasing pressure on the Russian shadow fleet.