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Why did Russia target Leipzig airport in alleged drone attack?

Why did Russia target Leipzig airport in alleged drone attack?
France 24
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The European Union and member states summoned Russian officials over a drone attack attempt at Leipzig/Halle Airport last month. Germany has concluded Russia was responsible and announced the closure of Russian diplomatic and cultural facilities in Berlin.

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The European Union and several individual member states have summoned Russian embassy officials over an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport last month, officials said on ‌Wednesday. Germany said on Tuesday it had concluded that ⁠Russia was responsible for the incident and ordered a series of measures, including the closure of a ‌consulate and a Russian cultural centre in Berlin. France 24's Andrew Hilliar takes a look at why Leipzig might be a target, and what the EU and Germany can do to prevent further incidents.

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Source: France 24

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