German Police Defuse Explosive Devices Found Near Power Lines
Police in eastern Germany found 12 explosive devices near overhead power lines, the latest in a series of attacks on the country's electricity grid.
German authorities have recovered a dozen explosive devices placed close to high-voltage power lines in two eastern districts, marking the latest in a growing wave of sabotage attempts against the nation's critical energy infrastructure.
The devices were discovered during security sweeps, prompting immediate defusal operations. Officials have not disclosed the exact locations or the potential yield of the explosives, but the find underscores the heightened threat level facing Germany's power network.
This incident follows a pattern of recent attacks on electricity infrastructure across the country, suggesting a coordinated or copycat effort to disrupt power supply. Investigators are examining whether the devices were designed to cause widespread outages or merely to test security responses.
Authorities have urged public vigilance and are stepping up patrols around key energy facilities. The motive behind the attacks remains unclear, with no group claiming responsibility so far. The recovery of the devices without detonation has averted what could have been a serious disruption to regional power distribution.