German authorities are investigating a sabotage campaign targeting vehicles to incite anti-Green party sentiment believed to be orchestrated by Russia. The campaign involves attacks on over 270 cars, utilizing tactics typical of hybrid warfare, which combines traditional military strategies with non-military actions aimed at disrupting democratic processes.
German authorities suspect that Russia is behind a sabotage campaign aimed at undermining the Green party ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections. Reports indicate that over 270 vehicles across various German states, including Baden-Württemberg and Brandenburg, have been targeted, with their exhaust pipes filled with construction foam and stickers related to the Greens’ chancellor candidate added to the vehicles.
Hybrid warfare is characterized by a blend of conventional military tactics and non-military measures to achieve strategic goals while maintaining deniability. This includes cyberattacks, disinformation campaigns, and the use of proxies to influence public sentiment and exploit vulnerabilities, similar to tactics used by Russia in past conflicts.
The allegations against Russia reflect a deeper strategy of hybrid warfare, aimed at destabilizing Germany’s democratic processes by fomenting societal divisions. Authorities have identified specific methods employed in this campaign, and the Green party has voiced concerns about the potential repercussions on the electoral process.
Original Source: www.euronews.com
