German media: Traces from Leipzig drone attack lead to Lithuania
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- German media report that traces from a drone attack at Leipzig Airport lead to Lithuania.
- A drone with explosives was found near a Ukrainian plane, and another drone collided with a landing aircraft.
- Investigators reportedly found DNA traces registered in Lithuania linked to a previous incident in Leipzig.
German media outlets are reporting that a recent drone incident at Leipzig Airport may have connections to Lithuania. The investigation into the events, where a drone carrying explosives was discovered near a Ukrainian transport plane and another drone collided with a descending aircraft, has reportedly uncovered DNA traces registered in Lithuania. These traces are allegedly linked to a previous incident in Leipzig in July 2024, involving a fire at a DHL logistics center that originated from a shipment from Vilnius. German investigators, who have taken over the case, reportedly found DNA evidence that points towards Lithuania. While details about the ownership of the DNA data and its specific connection to individuals in Lithuania remain undisclosed, reports suggest that the recent attack at Leipzig Airport was also a near-tragedy, with the drone hitting an aircraft wing but its detonator failing to explode the main 800g explosive. This was captured on airport surveillance footage. Lithuanian officials had previously warned about Russian-orchestrated "false flag" operations targeting Baltic countries.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.