European Union officials are preparing new sanctions against Russia in response to alleged hybrid attacks, including a drone incident in Germany and incursions in Estonia and Latvia.

Russia denies involvement in the drone attack and its Deputy Chairman of the Security Council suggests Germany's current leadership is 'neo-Nazi and intensely anti-Russian,' implying a sabotage operation would be a weak response.

Germany condemns Russia's actions as deliberate and damaging hybrid attacks, summoning the Russian ambassador and stating Russia must face consequences.

News outlets report on related incidents, such as an attempted arson at a German defense firm and other sabotage, linking them to the heightened alert.

Some sources express skepticism about the German government's narrative, suggesting the incidents are exaggerated or politically motivated, especially before elections.

Russia retaliates by closing the Goethe-Institut in Russia in response to Germany's closure of the Russian House in Berlin, escalating diplomatic tensions.