Drone carrying explosives found at German airport, police say
A drone carrying an explosive device was found at Leipzig/Halle Airport in Germany, prompting a temporary suspension of flights. The device was spotted in the cargo operation area overnight, and a robot was deployed to investigate. The airport has since partially resumed operations, with one runway cleared for use, while an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
- ▪A drone carrying explosives was discovered at Leipzig/Halle Airport in Germany.
- ▪The drone was found in the cargo operation area, and a robot was used to examine the device.
- ▪A second unidentified flying object collided with a cargo plane, which was then diverted to Hanover.
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- ▪ Drone with explosives found at German airport, official sees 'new quality' of threat — NPR Topics: News
- ▪ Drone found at German airport after cargo plane collides with object mid-air — The Guardian — World
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Drone carrying explosives found at German airport, police sayImage source, PA MediaByBethany BellBBC correspondentPublished6 minutes agoA drone carrying an explosive device has been found at a German airport, police say. A robot was was deployed at Leipzig/Halle Airport after the device was spotted in the cargo operation area overnight, according to Saxony police. Some reports suggest it was near a Ukrainian aircraft. Officers said that a second unidentified flying object also collided with a cargo plane after it had taken off from the airport.
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