The United States and Germany successfully disrupted a Russian plot to assassinate Armin Papperger, the CEO of Rheinmetall, Germany's largest arms manufacturer supplying weapons to Ukraine.
US intelligence uncovered the plan, which aimed to target Papperger due to Rheinmetall's critical role in producing artillery shells and military vehicles for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. The plot was described as 'the most mature' of its kind, signaling a significant escalation in Russia's attempts to undermine support for Ukraine. German officials, alerted by the US, have since increased security measures around Papperger to ensure his safety.
This incident underscores the growing tensions and the lengths to which Russia is willing to go to disrupt military aid to Ukraine.
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Russian plot to kill European weapons chief foiled by US and Germany
Rheinmetall is Germany’s largest manufacturer of 155mm artillery shells, a crucial resource for Ukrainians defending themselves against Russia’s war.
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