Lavrov Calls Accusations Over Leipzig Drone Incident the “Start of Real War,” TASS Reports

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has described accusations of Moscow’s involvement in a drone incident near Leipzig as the “start of a real war,” according to TASS. His remarks suggest the Kremlin views the allegations as a serious escalation in tensions between Russia and Western countries. German authorities have not publicly established who was responsible for the incident, while investigations reportedly continue. The comments could heighten concerns about potential retaliation, miscalculation, and a broader confrontation in Europe in coming days.