Germany blames Russia for drone attack on Leipzig Airport; closes Russian consulate

INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY

Germany has officially blamed Russia for the attempted drone bombing at Leipzig Airport in early August 2026, calling it a "hybrid attack" by a Russian intelligence agency. In response, Berlin is closing the Russian Consulate General in Bonn, terminating its contract with the Russian House in Berlin, summoning the Russian ambassador, tightening entry controls for Russian nationals, and increasing pressure on the "Shadow Fleet."