Germany updates: Trial starts over Russian sabotage plot DW 05/20/2025
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The trial against three men, all German-Russian dual nationals, accused of spying for Russia has commenced in Munich. They face charges including plotting sabotage against military infrastructure and railway systems in Germany. The key figure is Dieter S., alleged to have orchestrated these sabotage plans, while his co-defendants, Alexander J. and Alex D., are thought to have assisted him. Dieter S. also faces charges for being a member of a foreign terrorist organization linked to a pro-Russian militia, which he allegedly interacted with during 2014-2016, providing a connection to Russian intelligence services. The proceedings involve over 40 hearings extending until December.
The trial of three German-Russian dual nationals accused of espionage for Russia kicks off in Munich, involving sabotage plots against Germany's military infrastructure and railways.
Dieter S., the main suspect, allegedly planned sabotage against military targets in Germany and has ties to a pro-Russian militia that connects him to Russian intelligence.
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