Russian Espionage: Two Arrested in Germany over Planned Attacks on Military Infrastructure and Sabotage of US Bases

On Wednesday, two suspects with ties to Russia were arrested by the police in Bayreuth. The two German-Russian nationals are believed to have worked for a foreign secret service in a serious case involving espionage on US bases and planned attacks on military transport routes.

The Federal Prosecutor General at the Federal Court of Justice made the announcement on Thursday, highlighting the severity of the allegations. The suspects, Dieter S. and Alexander J., are currently in custody and will be taken to the Federal Court of Justice in Karlsruhe.

Dieter S. is accused of agreeing to carry out arson and explosive attacks on military infrastructure in order to disrupt Germany’s support for Ukraine. He is also said to have spied on American military installations for his Russian clients. Alexander J. is believed to have supported Dieter S. in his espionage activities, including spying on a US military training area in Bavaria.

German Minister of Justice Marco Buschmann emphasized the importance of defending against the threats posed by Russian intelligence activities in Germany. The arrest of the two suspects is seen as a significant success in combating sabotage and espionage networks.

The implications of these arrests underscore the importance of vigilance in safeguarding against threats to national security. This arrest highlights ongoing efforts to protect national security and prevent foreign espionage activities on German soil.