What happened has heightened the concern of the EU and NATO regarding Russia's alleged attempts to destabilize countries supporting Ukraine through acts of sabotage. The issue is being discussed at a meeting of foreign ministers of EU countries in Ireland. "We are discussing the attacks in Leipzig, and it is clear that they bear all the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism," said EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaia Kallas, opening the meeting. "The question is, what are we going to do about it?" she added. Kallas reported that the European Union has summoned the Russian ambassador. According to her, similar steps are being taken by EU member states. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot also stated that the Russian ambassador was summoned in Paris. "We will not allow such a serious crime to go unpunished," emphasized the French minister. ## Sanctions May Target Another 1,600 Individuals and Organizations Kallas reported that the heads of foreign affairs ministries of EU countries will discuss imposing sanctions against **1,600 individuals and organizations linked to the Russian military industry**. According to her, the hybrid attacks occurring in various countries in Europe should serve as a warning to those states that have so far taken a less firm stance on this issue. "Observing these hybrid attacks across Europe, I think they also serve as a warning to those countries that have not been as strong on this issue," said Kallas. According to her, to end the war, European countries need to unite their efforts and increase pressure. "If we want to put an end to this war, we all need to focus our efforts. We need to move to a new level," emphasized the head of European diplomacy. ## Lithuania Calls on Europe to Respond More Firmly Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys urged European countries to take additional measures to counter threats from Moscow. "We need to consider what options are available to us and respond, as it is clear that Russia does not see political consequences for its hybrid activities directed against us," said Budrys. According to the head of the Lithuanian Foreign Ministry, such actions will not deter European countries from supporting Ukraine or weaken pressure on Russia. "They will not keep us from supporting Ukraine or from pressuring Russia. On the contrary, we must increase this pressure," emphasized the minister. Thus, the incident at Leipzig airport has become a reason for discussion at the EU level not only regarding diplomatic reactions but also the possible expansion of sanctions against individuals and organizations linked to the Russian military-industrial complex.
