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Arson Attack on Berlin Cables Sparks Power Outage, Investigations

1/6/2026

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German prosecutors are investigating an arson attack on high-voltage cables in Berlin claimed by the far-left Vulkangruppe.
The attack left 45,000 households without power.
Authorities restored power to 14,500 households.
Conservative MP Roderich Kiesewetter suggested possible Russian involvement.
The incident raised concerns about the resilience of Germany's critical infrastructure amid rising tensions.

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Story summary

German prosecutors are investigating an arson attack on high-voltage cables in Berlin claimed by the far-left Vulkangruppe.
The attack left 45,000 households without power.
Authorities restored power to 14,500 households.
Conservative MP Roderich Kiesewetter suggested possible Russian involvement.
The incident raised concerns about the resilience of Germany's critical infrastructure amid rising tensions.