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Germany Blames Russia for Cyber-Attack, Election Interference

12/19/2025

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Germany Accuses Russia

Germany accuses Russia's military intelligence service (GRU) of a cyber-attack on its air traffic control in August 2024.
The German government also alleges Russia attempted to influence its federal election through a disinformation campaign targeting key candidates.
In response, Germany plans counter-measures against Russia's hybrid actions.
Russia denies the accusations, labeling them "absurd."
Tensions have risen since the invasion of Ukraine, with Germany supporting Ukraine through military and financial aid.

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Denmark Condemns Russia

The Danish government accuses Russia of orchestrating two cyber-attacks as part of a hybrid war.
The Danish Defence Intelligence Service (DDIS) linked a 2024 attack on a water utility and DDoS on election-related websites to pro-Russian groups to undermine support for Ukraine.
Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen condemned the attacks as unacceptable, citing their potential to disrupt society.
Denmark reported drone incursions in September, prompting plans for a European "drone wall."

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Germany Accuses Russia

Germany accuses Russia's military intelligence service (GRU) of a cyber-attack on its air traffic control in August 2024.
The German government also alleges Russia attempted to influence its federal election through a disinformation campaign targeting key candidates.
In response, Germany plans counter-measures against Russia's hybrid actions.
Russia denies the accusations, labeling them "absurd."
Tensions have risen since the invasion of Ukraine, with Germany supporting Ukraine through military and financial aid.

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