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Russia announces closure of Goethe Cultural Centers amid escalating tensions with Germany
Russia announced it would close German Goethe cultural centers in Moscow, Saint Petersburg and Yekaterinburg, following Germany's decision to shut down a Russian cultural center and consulate. The move escalates tensions over a drone incident at Leipzig/Halle airport, which Germany blames on Russia. Russian officials called Germany's stance "inconsistent and irrational," while EU foreign ministers weighed further sanctions.