Ukrainian Antonov transport aircraft

An explosive drone was discovered near a Ukrainian plane at Germany's Leipzig/Halle Airport, causing temporary runway closures and flight diversions. German authorities described the incident as a new threat scenario, with the Interior Minister highlighting it as a hybrid attack. A second incident involved a flying object colliding with a cargo aircraft, prompting investigations into the drone's origin and explosives used.

German anti-terror police are investigating an explosive-laden drone discovered at Leipzig airport, which contained Semtex linked to the 1988 Lockerbie bombing. The device's detonator failed, classifying the incident as an attempted attack, with Ukraine's ambassador suggesting potential Russian involvement.