Germany Faces “Shadow War” that Goes Beyond Cold War Threats, Interior Minister Warns
The warning follows a failed drone attack blamed on Russia and a reform bill that would let intelligence services take active defensive measures.
- On Monday, German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt warned in Berlin that a "shadow war" facing Germany is more far-reaching than the Cold War, stating its aim is to "destabilise us fundamentally."
- Dobrindt's comments echo warnings from the BND this month that Germany is at risk of entering violent conflict with Moscow, underscoring the need to strengthen the BfV domestic intelligence agency.
- Calls to expand intelligence powers gained urgency after a failed explosives-laden drone attack at a German airport in August, which authorities blamed on Russia.
- The government's reform bill would grant intelligence services broader powers and active defensive capabilities; it is currently under examination by parliamentary committees following a first reading in September.
- Created after World War Two, German services have historically faced stricter constraints than allies like France or Britain. Dobrindt argued Germany must remain at the forefront, refusing to be a "second- or third-rate player.
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German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said his country is facing a "shadow war" threat even more extensive than during the Cold War. He stated that the threat aims to destabilize Germany and called for an expansion of the intelligence services' powers.
Germany Warns of a ‘Shadow War’ Beyond Cold War Threats as Berlin Seeks Stronger Spy Powers
Germany is facing a campaign of destabilisation that could pose a greater threat than the Cold War, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt warned on Monday, renewing calls to strengthen the country’s domestic intelligence capabilities amid growing concerns about Russian activity. Speaking at a press conference in Berlin, Dobrindt said the current “shadow war” was intended to […]
Germany faces “shadow war” that goes beyond Cold War threats, interior minister warns
BERLIN, Oct 12 (Reuters) - German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt warned on Monday that a "shadow war" facing Germany is more far reaching than the Cold War was, arguing that the threat underscores the need to strengthen the country's BfV domest...
Germany faces a ‘shadow war’ more far-reaching than Cold War, warns minister
Alexander Dobrindt emphasized the need for enhanced intelligence capabilities to address emerging threats facing Germany. He believes the current 'shadow war' surpasses the intensity of the Cold War. The German government is reviewing a reform bill to empower its intelligence agencies. This bill arises from concerns following a recent failed attack linked to Russia. Officials assert that Germany must not lag behind in intelligence development am…
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BERLIN, Oct 12 (Reuters) - German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt warned on Monday that a "shadow war" facing Germany is more far reaching than the Cold War was, arguing that the threat
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