German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle airport had been prepared in Russia over an extended period. He said a disaster was only narrowly averted.
WHO:Friedrich Merz
WHAT:Merz said a Russia-prepared drone attack attempt at Leipzig/Halle airport was narrowly averted.
WHEN:Sep 9, 2026
WHERE:Germany
WHY:Merz was reacting to an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle airport and describing its preparation and near-averted outcome.
