Russia publishes German army meeting on Ukraine
BBC NewsFEB 2024
Germany Launches Investigation After Recording of Officials Leaked
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The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
This is a very serious security breach that puts even more heat on German officials following indiscreet public commentary on the Ukraine war. Not only will Russia be able to use this clip for propaganda purposes and prevent German delivery of Taurus missiles to Ukraine, it has likely intercepted more calls that will later be released. This must be investigated imminently.
Pro-Russia narrative
The conversation between German military officers couldn't have been clearer. Not only did officials discuss how to attack the Kerch Bridge, they also revealed that they're very much involved in the planning and implementation. This either reveals Germany's unofficial international policy, or shows that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is not in control of his military. Neither is good news for Berlin.