Airport Security Disruption: Leipzig/Halle Airport in Germany shut runways and diverted flights after an explosive-laden drone was found near a Ukrainian Antonov Airlines aircraft; authorities defused the device and launched a counterterrorism probe. Ukraine’s Air-Defense Strain: Russia’s missile barrage on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed at least 17 as Zelensky warned ballistic interceptors could have saved lives, citing a sharp drop in partner deliveries. Tourism Safety Shock: A projectile hit a crowded Russian Black Sea beach near Gelendzhik, killing seven including four children, sending vacationers scrambling. Ukraine Tech for Travelers’ Safety: Ukraine unveiled VORON, a ground robot that fires nets to capture incoming FPV drones—aimed at reducing the risk to civilians and critical sites. Cross-Border Travel Context: Finland’s frontier farmers are being used as “eyes and ears” along the Russia border, highlighting how security pressures are reshaping movement and rural life across Europe. Ukraine Diplomacy: Zelensky met Latvia’s FM in Kyiv to discuss EU integration steps and new negotiation clusters, while briefing on the latest attack fallout. Global Travel Threats: Microsoft says Russian-linked hackers have been targeting hotel Wi-Fi with AI-powered “captive portal” tricks to steal credentials from business travelers.