German authorities say hidden weapons stash near Berlin was intended for use in attacks

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt announced on Friday that a cache of weapons and ammunition discovered near Berlin last year was intended for use in attacks. Federal prosecutors are now investigating the weapons discovery, which was first reported in various German media. Dobrindt noted that "foreign powers" could not be ruled out, and the investigation would examine that possibility.

The suspect apprehended in Romania allegedly possessed "attack plans," according to the minister. Romanian authorities have not yet commented on the case. Dobrindt informed reporters that the investigation targeted intelligence agency activity and a "serious state-endangering crime," describing it as a "high-risk situation." He did not provide further details.

The federal prosecutors' office in Karlsruhe, when contacted by The Associated Press, declined to comment.