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Ukrainian national arrested in Germany over suspected sabotage planning

German police say the man is suspected of filming a Bavarian weapons manufacturer. The case was disclosed on Thursday and remains under investigation.

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Police making an arrest during a public event in Germany. sebaso from Berlin, Germany · Wikimedia Commons

German police say a Ukrainian national has been arrested in Germany on suspicion of filming a Bavarian weapons manufacturer as part of preparations for sabotage. The announcement was made on Thursday, but authorities have not yet provided further details about the suspected plan.

According to the police, the case concerns possible reconnaissance of the target ahead of sabotage-related action. It is still unclear when the arrest took place or whether other sites are part of the investigation. Officials have not said more for now, and the inquiry is ongoing.

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