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German Prosecutors Investigate Russian Drone Espionage Over Nuclear Plant from North Sea

Aug 22, 2024, 02:07 PM

German prosecutors have launched an investigation into repeated drone flights over critical infrastructure in northern Germany, suspecting espionage activities. Reports indicate that several drones, including military UAVs, were flown over a nuclear power plant and the largest industrial park in Schleswig-Holstein. The drones are believed to have been launched from the North Sea, raising concerns about potential sabotage. This incident is part of a broader pattern of espionage and sabotage activities reportedly linked to Russia, affecting several European countries.