German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has issued a stern warning to potential aggressors, vowing that those responsible for hostile acts against the country, including a recent drone incident at Leipzig Airport, will face consequences. The discovery of an explosive-laden drone near Leipzig/Halle Airport in early August, which failed to detonate due to a faulty detonator, serves as a stark reminder of the growing security threats Germany is facing. This incident, coupled with reports of multiple unauthorized drone flights over sensitive sites such as military bases, airports, energy terminals, seaports, and logistics companies in recent months, has led experts to speculate that Russia may be involved. However, the German government has refrained from making direct accusations, with Moscow denying any involvement. Leipzig/Halle Airport, a critical hub for military goods transportation, NATO allies, Ukraine's Antonov Airlines, and logistics giant DHL, is now under increased scrutiny. Merz emphasized that these incidents underscore the need for Germany to address its security challenges, particularly those originating outside its borders. He also reaffirmed Germany's unwavering support for Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia, stating that the government's aim is not to prolong the war but to facilitate peace talks. In response to these threats, Merz announced a series of measures aimed at bolstering Germany's defenses against drone attacks and empowering security services to counterattack both domestically and abroad through advanced tactics such as hacking computer servers. The investigation into the Leipzig Airport incident is ongoing, with reports suggesting that traces of military explosive hexogen were found near the scene and a third drone was discovered nearby.