Failed terrorist attack in Berlin: Germany's security at the mercy of foreign intelligence services
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Germany’s Terror Defense Relies on Foreign IntelligenceSince 2011, foreign agencies helped prevent at least six attacks in Germany, including a recent thwarted plot in Berlin-Neukölln.
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- A 22-year-old Syrian was arrested in Berlin-Neukölln for planning a terror attack using explosives-related chemicals.
- Crucial warnings often originate from foreign intelligence services due to Germany’s strict data protection limiting its own agencies.
- Germany benefits from allied digital surveillance tools but refrains from employing similar technology itself.
- There is a risk that Germany would be vulnerable if the US or UK ceased sharing intelligence information.
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