Germany's governing coalition is discussing the potential closure of the Russian House cultural centre in Berlin following a drone incident at Leipzig airport.
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Germany's governing coalition is discussing possible measures against Russia following a drone incident at Leipzig airport, including the closure of the state-run Russian House cultural centre in Berlin.
Security officials suspect that the Russian House institution may be linked to espionage activities despite its cultural remit.
A preliminary political decision on the matter could be made before the end of August 2026.
The German government is considering terminating an agreement with Moscow that underpins the Russian House of Science and Culture in downtown Berlin.
The proposal is being evaluated in response to drone disruptions at Leipzig airport at the start of August.
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt characterized the drone disruptions as a 'hybrid attack scenario' orchestrated by Russia.
The Russian House of Science and Culture is suspected of facilitating espionage and operating despite sanctions.
German lawmaker Roderich Kiesewetter expressed alarm that the German Digital Ministry is located directly next to the Russian House.
The German Foreign Ministry stated it is comprehensively and continuously reviewing the foundations of the Russian House under international treaty law.
Der Spiegel predicts that a preliminary decision on the matter could be reached as early as the week of August 21, 2026.
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