Germany warns of ‘daily hybrid warfare’ after explosive-laden drone found

Espionage, sabotage, cyberattacks, and covert operations are a ‘constant reality’, says Germany’s interior minister.Published On 9 Aug 20269 Aug 2026Germany is facing daily “hybrid warfare” attacks from abroad, an official has said, days after an explosive-laden drone was discovered at Leipzig/Halle Airport.Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt told the local newspaper Bild am Sonntag on Sunday that foreign powers wanted to subdue Germany politically and socially by stirring up fear.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4German investigators find apparent motive after Berlin Pride attacklist 2 of 4Will Germany bring back mandatory military conscription next year?list 3 of 4Explosive-laden drone found at German airport poses ‘new quality of danger’list 4 of 4Bulgaria, Germany drone incidents raise security fears amid Ukraine warend of list“We’re not at war, but we are the daily target of hybrid warfare,” Dobrindt said.“Espionage, sabotage, cyberattacks, or covert operations by foreign powers aimed at destabilising Germany or inflicting direct harm are a constant reality.”He did not identify any countries behind the alleged attacks.The minister’s comments come after a drone loa...