Germany's armed forces, four branches, civilian support, significant defence spender
Drones carrying explosives have been found at Leipzig/Halle Airport, triggering security responses and flight diversions. Investigations are under way to identify suspects and possible links to a broader Russian-linked network active in Europe.
Germany has agreed with France to take a large stake in Franco‑German defence group KNDS and to set joint governance, clearing the way for a potential IPO. Berlin has said it intends to buy roughly 40% from family shareholders to secure long‑term influence over a firm that supplies tanks and armoured vehicles and supports European rearmament.