Germany: Police suspect Russia behind car vandalism DW 02/05/2025
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German police are investigating claims that a sabotage campaign, allegedly orchestrated by Russian operatives, aimed to frame environmentalists and the Green Party for vandalism of over 270 cars. The vehicles, primarily in Berlin and surrounding states, had their exhausts blocked with construction foam. Evidence surfaced when police discovered foam cartridges in a van during a routine patrol. A suspect claimed they were paid to execute the damages under Russian command via a messaging app, stirring significant political implications ahead of upcoming elections.
The involvement of Russian operatives in the sabotage of vehicles in Germany is under investigation by police, with claims suggesting a campaign aimed at discrediting environmentalists.
In a striking reminder of the current tensions between environmental policies and opposition, this incident of sabotage, allegedly linked to Russia, raises concerns over political subversion.
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