Brandon Fried, executive director of the Airforwarders Association, explained that the incendiary bomb incidents raise concerns of Russian state involvement, indicating an intent to disrupt supply chains. He noted, "It looks like the goal is simply to disrupt the supply chain, create havoc and simply to scare people. They want people to lose confidence in the system." This suggests a potential strategic aim to undermine the West's confidence and stability.
The German authorities expressed grave concerns about the potential consequences of the incidents, warning that a plane could have been downed if one of the incendiary devices had ignited mid-air. The head of Germany's domestic intelligence service highlighted the seriousness of these events, stating, "We cannot underestimate the risks posed by such devices, as they could lead to catastrophic outcomes during air transport." This emphasizes the heightened level of threat perceived.
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