Germany has formally attributed a cyber-attack on its air traffic control systems in August 2024 and efforts to influence its federal election in February of the current year to Russia. Following these allegations, German officials summoned the Russian ambassador, and the government announced plans for countermeasures in coordination with its European partners.
German Allegations
The German government has stated that Russia was responsible for a cyber-attack that targeted German air traffic control in August 2024. A spokesperson for the German foreign ministry identified Russian military intelligence as the entity behind this incident.
Additionally, Germany has accused Russia of attempting to influence and destabilize the country's federal election, which took place in February of the current year.
Diplomatic and Planned Response
In response to these allegations, the German foreign ministry summoned the Russian ambassador to address the issues.
Germany announced its intention to implement countermeasures in close coordination with its European partners. These actions are intended to respond to what Germany describes as Russia's "hybrid actions."
Russia's Response
As of the time of these announcements, Russia has not issued an immediate official response to Germany's claims.