EU’s Kallas calls alleged Russian drone plot ‘state sponsored terrorism’ as Europe mulls a response
Summary
The European Union’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, called an attempted drone attack on a German airport "state sponsored terrorism," blaming Russia. The EU is considering how to respond as Germany has already announced actions against Russia, including closing a Russian consulate.Key Facts
- On August 4, a drone loaded with explosives was used in an attempted attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport in Germany.
- The drone was found and disarmed near a Ukrainian plane.
- Germany blamed Russia for the attack and said it posed a new level of danger.
- Germany plans to close a Russian consulate and take other measures in response.
- EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas described the attack as likely "state sponsored terrorism."
- The EU is preparing more sanctions against Russia related to its war on Ukraine.
- These sanctions target thousands of people and entities, including Russian officials and companies.
- The EU and NATO are cautious about increasing conflict with Russia, which is a nuclear-armed country.
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