German Security Agencies Suspect Russian GRU Officer in Leipzig Drone Attack

German security agencies have identified a Russian military intelligence service (GRU) officer as a suspect in the planning of a drone attack on the Leipzig/Halle airport in August. According to investigators, this officer acted as the logistics coordinator for the attack. The attack, which was thwarted, occurred at the beginning of September. The German newspaper Welt am Sonntag reported these findings. The failed drone attack on the airport is now being attributed to the Russian GRU by multiple sources. The German newspaper Welt also revealed this information, corroborating the findings of the security agencies. The incident has led to increased scrutiny of Russian intelligence activities in Europe.