Germany will respond to hybrid attack in Leipzig in coordination with EU and NATO – Merz

SAPO Notícias30 August 2026 at 21:06

The German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, announced today that Germany will respond in the coming days to the hybrid attack at Leipzig airport, in a coordinated reaction with the European Union (EU) and NATO. The announcement was made by the German leader himself, who stated that the response will be coordinated among the three sides.

The attack occurred at Leipzig airport, which is an important transportation hub in Germany. German authorities identified the action as a hybrid attack, a type of operation that combines conventional and unconventional methods to destabilize a country or organization.

Friedrich Merz stressed that Germany is acting in coordination with its European and transatlantic partners, highlighting the importance of a unified response to hybrid threats. The Chancellor did not provide specific details about the nature of the attack or the exact timeline for the response, but emphasized that the action will be proportionate and deliberate.

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