Germany summoned Russia’s ambassador on Friday following accusations of sabotage, cyberattacks and election interference, an official said. The German Government has also accused Moscow of perpetrating disinformation campaigns. “The goal of these Russian cyber and disinformation attacks is clear: It is to divide society, stir up mistrust, provoke rejection, and weaken confidence in democratic institutions,” German foreign ministry spokesperson Martin Giese said. “This targeted manipulation of information is one of a wide range of activities by Russia aimed at undermining confidence in democratic institutions and processes in Germany," he said during a government news conference. German officials have previously accused Russia of hybrid warfare attacks to destabilise Europe.
