EU and Nato vow to step up pressure on Russia after 'new escalation' in Germany

The heads of NATO and the European Commission have vowed to increase pressure on Russia following what they termed a "new escalation" and a "new normal" of increasingly reckless behavior on European soil. The statements were prompted by Berlin blaming Russia for a failed drone attack on Leipzig airport in Germany.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen explicitly linked the incident to Moscow, stating that Leipzig marks a direct escalation on EU territory. In response to these developments, Western leadership has pledged to mount a firm, coordinated response against the perceived threat.