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DHL Fires: Suspected Russian Sabotage Attempt
Fires at DHL warehouses in Leipzig and Birmingham are suspected to be acts of sabotage by Russian agents, possibly intended to test a method of downing aircraft.
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- Where did the DHL warehouse fires occur?
- Two DHL logistics centers, one in Leipzig and the other in Birmingham, experienced fires caused by manipulated massage devices filled with highly flammable magnesium.
- What were the suspected incendiary devices?
- The suspect devices were described as massage devices filled with magnesium, which is difficult to extinguish with standard aircraft fire suppression systems.
- What is the suspected motive behind the fires?
- European security services suspect Russian agents were behind the fires, potentially attempting to test a method for downing airplanes. The packages were sent from Lithuania.
- What is the Kremlin's response to the accusations?
- The fires did not cause a plane crash because the scheduled flight carrying the package was delayed. The Kremlin denies any involvement, calling the accusations unsubstantiated.
- Have any arrests been made in connection with the incidents?
- A suspect was apprehended in Lithuania and four more in Poland, all allegedly linked to a Russian intelligence service. However, it is unclear if the Kremlin was directly involved.