Two Ukrainian Antonov 124s at the Leipzig/Halle Airport, Germany - July 9th 2024. (Photo by Kevin Piechota/Shutterstock)
September 02, 2026
By David Fortier
In September 1939, German troops crossed the Polish frontier and ignited the last great European war. In September 2026, German investigators searched a field outside Leipzig Airport for pieces of explosive-laden drones. One event marked the beginning of a conflict. The other may mark the realization that a conflict already underway has reached Germany's doorstep.
What Happened at Leipzig
On the evening of August 4, 2026, security personnel discovered a drone fitted with explosives and a detonation mechanism in the secured area of Leipzig/Halle Airport. It sat positioned...
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