Russia's shadow war is putting Europe on edge as Germany confronts a growing threat
Germany is proposing a rapid-response task force for the Baltic Sea region to counter escalating Russian hybrid warfare, following an attempted explosives-laden drone attack on Leipzig/Halle Airport.
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Open questions and key claims
Russia's foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated Moscow would respond to Berlin’s “anti-Russian action”.
The Russian Embassy in Berlin called the accusation 'absurd'.
Moscow would respond in a 'mirror-image' fashion to Germany's actions.
EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas called the attempted attack on a German airport 'state sponsored terrorism'.
The drone attack had all the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism.
Russia is attempting to divide Europe and deter support for Ukraine.
EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas stated the bloc is ramping up pressure on Russia after Germany accused Moscow of a failed drone attack.
Russia has denied involvement in the incident, with President Vladimir Putin alleging that the evidence had been planted.
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