Russia targets Leipzig airport, a NATO and DHL hub

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An unauthorized drone carrying explosives was found on a runway at Leipzig airport on Wednesday, prompting Germany's interior minister to call it a "hybrid attack scenario." Leipzig is Europe's third-busiest cargo airport and a key DHL hub, handling 2,500 tons daily. It also serves NATO, hosting Antonov AN-124 aircraft for military transport. Ukraine's Antonov company relocated its logistics operations there after Russia's 2022 invasion. Previous incidents include 21 unauthorized flights in 2023 and incendiary packages in 2024. Intelligence suspects foreign interference, mainly Russia. A drone detection system failed to warn of Wednesday's drone; a plane diverted to Hanover.


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