Germany Confronts Russia Over Alleged Cyber Attacks

Germany has summoned Russian representatives after attributing a series of cyber attacks to Moscow, particularly targeting the Social Democrat party. The attacks, believed to be orchestrated by the Russian military intelligence agency GRU, exploited vulnerabilities in Microsoft Outlook.

The German government, led by Interior Minister Nancy Faeser and Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, has condemned the cyber assaults, vowing to retaliate against Russia's aggressive behavior in cyberspace. This diplomatic confrontation highlights Germany's determination to counter state-sponsored cyber threats and protect its national security, while also drawing condemnation and concern from the EU and NATO over Russia's cyber activities.