The German armed forces are currently investigating a suspected act of sabotage at one of their military bases near Cologne. The Cologne-Wahn barracks were sealed off after reports of a possible break-in and tampering with the water supply. State security is looking into the incident following suspicions of sabotage. Additionally, a Nato base in Geilenkirchen faced an attempted trespassing incident on the same night.
Germany is on high alert due to recent arson attacks and espionage activities often attributed to Russia. The incidents are seen as part of the ongoing conflict between Russia and the West. The military is taking the situation seriously, with investigations ongoing at both bases.
At the Cologne-Wahn barracks, security guards were alerted to a suspicious person fleeing the area, triggering electronic sensors at the waterworks. Personnel were warned not to consume water from the supply and to report any suspicious activity. Forensic evidence was secured at the water supply works, and the barracks were reopened after thorough checks.
The barracks house various military authorities and are an essential hub for military support for Ukraine. Ukrainian soldiers undergoing training in Germany often use the base as a transit point. The Ministry of Defence department for coordinating air transport for politicians is also located there.
Reports of gastrointestinal complaints among military police stationed at the barracks have surfaced, although it is unclear if they are related to the sabotage incident. The investigation into the suspected sabotage aims to uncover the motive behind the possible act of tampering with the water supply system.
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