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German special forces KSK prepare for a possible conflict with Russia

Brigadier General Andreas Kühne, commander of Germany's Special Operations Command (KSK), said the unit is oriented toward “an adversary in the form of Russia.” According to him, the nature of the special forces' training has changed: operations have become longer, and exercises now include countering tanks, artillery, drones and electronic warfare systems.

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Merz named Russia's influence as the main threat to Germany

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said his main concern is not the economy or China, but Russia's influence on society and the destabilization of European countries. The Bundeswehr raised its assessment of the sabotage threat to the second level, after a drone with explosives was found near Wunstorf airbase in September. Moscow denies involvement.

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Experts and German authorities disagree on assessing the threat from Russia

BfV chief Sinan Selen described Russia's actions against Germany as a long-term hybrid attack that will not end even with the war in Ukraine. Interior Minister Dobrindt speaks of political and social pressure, but a number of experts, including Carlo Masala and Carsten Breuer, believe Russia is preparing for a major war. According to military experts and the German Defense Ministry, by 2029 Russia will be able to wage a conventional war against NATO.

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