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German Police Raids Linked to Devastating Power-Grid Arson

3/24/2026

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German police conducted raids on March 24, 2026, linked to a Berlin power-grid arson that left 50,000 residents without electricity.
Investigators focus on potential connections to left-wing extremist groups.
Eighteen raids targeted suspects, with 500 officers deployed and searches in left-wing locations.
The attack caused €30–€70 million in damage and affected businesses and care facilities.
In January, the far-left Vulkangruppe attack left 45,000 homes without power for nearly a week.

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Story summary

German police conducted raids on March 24, 2026, linked to a Berlin power-grid arson that left 50,000 residents without electricity.
Investigators focus on potential connections to left-wing extremist groups.
Eighteen raids targeted suspects, with 500 officers deployed and searches in left-wing locations.
The attack caused €30–€70 million in damage and affected businesses and care facilities.
In January, the far-left Vulkangruppe attack left 45,000 homes without power for nearly a week.