The Economic Times

Russia's Lavrov calls accusations of Moscow's involvement in Leipzig drone incident 'start of real war'

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated Western accusations are the start of a real war. He referred to German Chancellor Merz's statements as declaring war on Russia. Germany concluded Russia was responsible for a drone incident at Leipzig airport. Berlin ordered measures including consulate and cultural center closures in response. Russia dismissed German accusations as baseless and accused Berlin of planting evidence.