Johanna Urbancik
Germany
Germany inches closer to bringing back mandatory military service
The newly negotiated compromise, released on Thursday, makes the registration and medical screening of all males over 18 mandatory. A questionnaire will also become compulsory where each applicant must detail their willingness to serve.
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Germany
Europe's secret weapon against Russian 'low-level agents'
Russia's "low-level agents" pose a threat to internal and external security. It is difficult to expose them. That is why German politicians are puzzling over how to defend the country against them. Now, for the first time, a strategy is taking shape.
Germany
Hybrid war or holy war: Do IS and Russia share the same playbook?
The so-called Islamic State group and Russia use similar tactics: propaganda, disinformation, and targeted recruitment of vulnerable groups. Hybrid warfare today, terrorism back then – methods designed to destabilise societies.
Germany
How Russia recruits its agents in Germany, one click at a time
Russian intelligence services are using Telegram, among other social media platforms, to recruit so-called "low-level agents" in Germany for small acts of sabotage, surveillance or provocation. Even a simple click or like can put users on the radar of Moscow's intelligence agencies.
Germany
Russian spy drones over Germany turn into an even greater threat
The danger from Russian spy drones over Germany is growing, exposing a serious security gap. They are being launched not only from land but also from the sea. Yet it remains unclear who is actually responsible for tackling the threat: the Bundeswehr, the police, or other authorities.
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