Leipzig Airport Fallout: Germany says Russia was behind an explosive-drone “hybrid attack” at Leipzig/Halle, prompting EU and NATO to vow tougher pressure and sanctions; Berlin also plans to shut the Russian consulate in Bonn and end the Russian House in Berlin, while Moscow rejects the claims and calls them baseless. Power-Grid Sabotage Fears: Separate incidents hit German electricity infrastructure—explosives found at a Brandenburg substation and a deliberate short circuit near Cologne—now under investigation amid growing hybrid-war concerns. EU Sanctions Push: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says the Leipzig incident shows “state-sponsored terrorism,” with ministers discussing new sanctions targeting Russian military-linked individuals and entities. Domestic Politics & Security: The AfD is polling near an absolute majority in Saxony-Anhalt, raising alarms about access to sensitive data and the risk of a far-right state government. Economy Watch: DIW Berlin lifted its growth forecast for 2026 to 1.2% on stronger exports and a milder energy shock, while warning the recovery remains fragile. Climate & Agriculture: Germany’s agriculture minister warns drought damage is a national crisis and proposes €1bn in support for farmers. Culture & Society: A second German bishop in two weeks resigns early, citing the “toll of office.”