Russia's Lavrov calls Leipzig drone accusations 'start of real war'

On September 6, 2026, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov responded to Western accusations that Russia was involved in a drone incident in Leipzig, Germany, calling them the 'start of a real war.' According to reports from TASS and other media, Lavrov rejected the allegations and also accused Germany of Nazism. The incident and the ensuing diplomatic tensions have escalated rhetoric between Russia and Western nations. Lavrov's comments were widely covered by international news outlets, including ABC News and TASS.