Germany investigates Russia links to weapons cache discovered in woods, reports say
Summary
German intelligence found a hidden stash of guns near Berlin last year, which they believe was meant for killings linked to Russia. German officials are investigating a suspect in Romania connected to planned violent attacks and suspect the involvement of foreign powers.Key Facts
- A weapons cache with two handguns and ammunition was found near Berlin in October 2023.
- German intelligence thinks the weapons were for targeted killings, possibly ordered by Russia.
- The German Interior Minister, Alexander Dobrindt, said prosecutors are investigating a suspect held in Romania related to planned parcel bomb attacks.
- The suspect is described as a low-level agent, but his nationality is not disclosed.
- German security agencies have warned of plans by Russian intelligence to carry out assassinations in Germany.
- The weapons cache was kept under surveillance after it was made unusable, but no one approached it.
- Several operatives tied to similar plots have been detained this year, including one from Kazakhstan.
- There have been past Russian-linked attacks in Germany, including a murder ordered by Moscow in 2021.
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