From Russia to Germany: A harsh response will be given

The ministry's statement recalled that Germany had taken certain measures against Russia on the grounds that a UAV loaded with explosives was found at Leipzig-Halle Airport.

The statement noted that Bernd Finke, Chargé d'Affaires of the German Embassy in Moscow, was summoned to the ministry, and that the Russian side rejected the accusations directed at it.

The statement emphasized that Berlin is taking steps toward the complete deterioration of bilateral relations, stating, "Berlin has consciously resorted to a provocation aimed at escalating the situation in Russia-Germany relations. A harsh response will be given to the actions of the German administration."

WHAT HAPPENED?

On August 4, a UAV, which was assessed to contain an explosive device, was found near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig-Halle Airport in Germany.

US intelligence had claimed that the characteristics of the explosive-laden UAV found were "unique" to Russian military intelligence.

The German government announced a series of measures yesterday, stating that the findings obtained in the investigation into the incident point to Russia's responsibility.

In accordance with the decision, Russia's Consulate General in Bonn will be closed as of September 18, the contract regarding the Russian House in Berlin will be terminated, entry controls for Russian citizens will be tightened, and pressure on Russia's so-called shadow fleet will be increased.

News Source: 12punto