Berlin Accuses Moscow of Waging ‘Information War’ After Sensitive Ukraine Leaks

Published on March 4, 2024

Berlin has accused Moscow of waging an “information war” following the release of an audio recording in which German military officials discuss sensitive issues about Ukraine, including potential strikes inside Russian territory. “This hybrid attack [by Russia] aims to generate insecurity and divide us,” a German government spokesman said. “That is exactly what we will not allow. We are in constant contact with our partners,” the spokesman said on March 4. A day earlier, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius described the incident as “more than just the interception and publication of a conversation” by Russia. “It is a hybrid disinformation attack,” Mr. Pistorius said. “It is about undermining our unity.”...

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