German authorities link forest weapons cache to Russian intelligence

German security authorities have identified a cache of revolvers discovered in a Berlin forest last year as part of a suspected plot orchestrated by Russian intelligence services. According to reports from the Sueddeutsche Zeitung, NDR, and WDR, investigators believe these weapons were intended for targeted assassinations. While the Russian embassy has not yet commented on the allegations, German officials are investigating the incident as a serious act of state-threatening violence.

A suspect has been arrested in Romania, and authorities suspect this individual was responsible for establishing the hidden weapon cache. The German domestic intelligence agency, which has previously warned of rising risks regarding Russian sabotage and assassination attempts, remains convinced that those behind the cache were acting under direct orders from Russia. Targeted individuals potentially included Ukrainian supporters, prominent dissidents, and high-ranking officials within the defense industry.

The Office of the Federal Prosecutor continues to lead the investigation into the motives and logistics of this operation. As the probe remains ongoing, authorities are working to determine the full extent of the threat and potential links to other espionage activities in the region.