Medvedev Threatens ‘Direct Strike’ on German Military Factories, Hints at Attacks on Berlin

Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's top security official and former President, has threatened Germany with a "direct strike" on military production facilities and hinted at potential attacks on Berlin. He made these remarks on Telegram, stating that Germany's military equipment producers should face a direct attack for their support of the "Banderite clique."

Medvedev also suggested that other targets in Berlin might be attacked as well. This comes after Germany accused Russia of being behind a drone attack on Leipzig Airport on August 4. Medvedev further escalated his threats against Western officials backing Ukraine, calling Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's warnings to foreign airlines a "declaration of state terrorism by the Banderite regime."

He also appeared to threaten Western officials planning to visit Ukraine, hinting that some might travel to Kyiv by train. Germany responded to the accusations on September 1 by closing Russia's consulate in Bonn, terminating an agreement with a cultural center in Berlin, and tightening entry controls for Russian nationals. They also plan to impose additional EU sanctions against Russian individuals and increase pressure on Russia's shadow fleet.

The EU expressed solidarity with Germany, while NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the alliance would bolster its capabilities to deter and defend against threats. These accusations have further strained already tense relations between Berlin and Moscow. Germany has been a significant supporter of Ukraine, providing it with air defense systems, ammunition, and other weapons.

Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed that Germany was using the threat of an "aggressive Russia" to explain domestic economic and political issues. Medvedev, who served as Russia's President from 2008 to 2012, has become one of Moscow's most vocal figures in issuing threats against Ukraine and its Western allies.