tagesschau 20:00 Uhr, 07.08.2026

The German government is scrambling to clarify who is responsible for defending against drones after a suspicious drone incident shut down Leipzig/Halle Airport, revealing a fragmented security apparatus. Meanwhile, Ukraine has escalated its economic warfare by systematically targeting the warehouses of Russia’s largest online retailer, Wildberries, and Germany’s new legal right to all-day care for first-graders has come into effect, straining local budgets and infrastructure.

Drone Defense Debate After Leipzig Incident

The drone sighting at Leipzig/Halle Airport has triggered a political debate about the division of responsibilities for drone defense in Germany. Currently, jurisdiction is split: the Federal Police handle airports, state police cover other sensitive sites like power plants, and the Bundeswehr is responsible for military areas. The incident, which remains under investigation with authorities searching for evidence of a possible second drone, has led to calls for centralization.