The Germans have said they may have been commissioned by Russia to carry out a failed attack on Leipzig airport in August. Germany has responded with strong diplomatic measures, but they may also target the shadow fleet. The Russians are entering the conflict to test how far the Germans will go.
The Germans have said they may have been commissioned by Russia to carry out a failed attack on Leipzig airport in August. Germany has responded with strong diplomatic measures, but they may also target the shadow fleet. The Russians are entering the conflict to test how far the Germans will go.
The Federal Government has repeatedly announced tougher action against ships that circumvent sanctions and fill Putin's war fund. Little has happened so far, but that could change.
After the attempted drone attack in Leipzig, Germany increases pressure on Russia's shadow fleet, among other things. The move could also hit Putin's war chest, explains security expert Hans-Jakob Schindler.