The Hague backs Berlin after Russian drone attack in Leipzig, sources fear: could the Netherlands be next?

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The Hague backs Berlin after Russian drone attack in Leipzig, sources fear: could the Netherlands be next?
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (left) and Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt present Berlin's response after Germany accused Russia of involvement in the Leipzig drone incident. / photo: YT

Germany says it now has evidence that Russia was behind an attempted drone attack involving explosives near Leipzig Airport. The accusation has triggered an forceful response from Berlin and immediate backing from The Hague. But behind the public expressions of solidarity, Dutch officials and sources in The Hague are increasingly worried that the Netherlands could also become a target of similar Russian hybrid operations. Read on for the full story.

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