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Germany Seeks Expanded Surveillance Powers Against Rising Espionage Threats

12/10/2025

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Germany's intelligence service seeks expanded powers to counter espionage and sabotage, citing threats since the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.
BfV Director General Sinan Selen says legal reforms are needed to boost surveillance capabilities.
Experts warn that Germany's critical infrastructure is increasingly at risk from hybrid threats, particularly from Russia, which may be behind recent acts of sabotage.
Selen advocates domestic IT solutions over controversial United States software.

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Germany's intelligence service seeks expanded powers to counter espionage and sabotage, citing threats since the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.
BfV Director General Sinan Selen says legal reforms are needed to boost surveillance capabilities.
Experts warn that Germany's critical infrastructure is increasingly at risk from hybrid threats, particularly from Russia, which may be behind recent acts of sabotage.
Selen advocates domestic IT solutions over controversial United States software.