Summary

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius warned of potential Russian hybrid warfare, including cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns, ahead of Germany’s snap elections.

He highlighted Russia’s attempts to influence German politics by targeting infrastructure, spreading disinformation on social media, and supporting far-right groups like AfD.

Pistorius also raised concerns about Russia’s military rearmament by 2030, which could challenge NATO unity.

Germany is ramping up military spending, expanding its navy, and increasing troop targets, but Pistorius emphasized the need for long-term efforts to address decades of underfunding.