Drones spotted over German military base amid uptick in similar incidents
Summary
Two drones flew over a German military base in Mechernich on Thursday night, prompting a police investigation. This event occurred shortly after a drone carrying explosives was found and defused at Leipzig/Halle cargo airport, which is used for NATO military support in Europe.Key Facts
- Two drones were seen around 10 p.m. on Thursday over a German military base in Mechernich.
- German military police and local police have started investigating the drone sightings.
- Earlier that week, a drone with explosives was discovered and defused at Leipzig/Halle Airport.
- Leipzig/Halle Airport is an important center for NATO military equipment deliveries in Europe.
- U.S. officials believe the explosive drone may have originated from Russia.
- There has been a rise in drone incidents and other suspected hostile actions in Europe linked to Russia since the Ukraine conflict began.
- Western officials say Russia and its allies have increased attacks and sabotage in European NATO countries.
- Russia denied responsibility and called the incident part of anti-Russian hysteria in Germany.
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