Berlin Closes Russian Consulate After Drone Attack on Leipzig Airport

The German government has closed the Russian consulate general in response to what Berlin describes as a deliberate drone attack on Leipzig airport, orchestrated by Russian intelligence. The move marks one of Germany's sharpest diplomatic responses to alleged Russian sabotage on German soil.

Germany Accuses Russia of Airport Sabotage

German authorities say they have evidence pointing to Russian involvement in the drone incident, which targeted the airport's infrastructure. The Bundesregierung stated that the attack was not a random act but a calculated piece of hybrid warfare aimed at disrupting German aviation and sowing fear.

Consulate Closure and Further Sanctions

Beyond closing the consulate general, Germany also announced additional sanctions against Moscow in retaliation. The measures are part of a broader European response to what EU officials have called Russia's escalating hybrid warfare campaign against Western European nations.

Russian President Vladimir Putin reacted angrily to the closure, calling it a 'grave mistake' and warning of reciprocal measures. The Kremlin accused Berlin of using the incident as a pretext for further anti-Russian policy.