The Netherlands summons Russian ambassador over Leipzig drone incident as fears grow over hybrid threats

The Dutch government has summoned Russia's ambassador after Germany formally accused Moscow of being behind explosive-laden drones found at and around Leipzig Airport. While The Hague has joined a growing number of European capitals in backing Berlin's conclusions, the diplomatic move also highlights a deeper concern inside Dutch security circles: could the Netherlands itself become the next target of Russian hybrid operations? Germany's findings have sent shockwaves through European capitals and prompted urgent discussions among EU foreign ministers. Dutch officials say they recognize the same pattern of Russian behaviour identified by Berlin.