The drone attack at Leipzig/Halle airport continued to shape coverage, with Bild reporting from a secret command center on future warfare and merkur.de citing an intelligence report on Putin's plans for a limited NATO strike, relying on Trump's hesitation. This escalation narrative dominated evening headlines. Earlier, the drought's supply chain impact and the temporary Sunday truck ban lift were noted. Political maneuvering ahead of regional elections persisted, with the AfD's internal strife in Stuttgart and the Left's expropriation plans in Berlin causing friction. The CDU's pension reform revolt and the 'Rente mit 63' debate remained active. By afternoon, Kyiv's ammunition shortages and Selenskyj's pressure were highlighted, alongside domestic stories like a German woman's detention in Cyprus and post-liberalism discussions. The day's editorial focus shifted from environmental and political stories to the Russia-NATO threat, reflecting a prioritization of security concerns.