Leipzig airport attack fallout lays bare Germany’s polarisation on Russia

Leipzig airport attack fallout lays bare Germany’s polarisation on Russia

After a recent attack at Leipzig airport, the incident highlighted deep divisions in Germany over its policy and diplomatic stance toward Russia. While the government has adopted a more confrontational approach to the Kremlin, both far‑right parties and far‑left groups have voiced criticism, reflecting a broader domestic societal split on how to respond to Moscow's actions.