Russia blamed for explosive-laden drone found at German airport

After #Germany blamed #Russia for the explosive-laden #drone found at #Leipzig airport on August 4, #Berlin has introduced new sanctions against #Moscow. Namely, its consulate in #Bonn and the Russian House - a cultural centre thought to be a...

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Russia blamed for explosive-laden drone found at German airport

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