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Germany Probes Leak of Military Talks on Ukraine Missile Aid

Chancellor Olaf Scholz orders an investigation into a significant security breach involving leaked discussions on supplying Taurus missiles to Ukraine.

  • Germany is investigating a significant security breach after a recording of a confidential military discussion on supplying Ukraine with Taurus missiles was leaked.
  • Chancellor Olaf Scholz has ordered a swift and thorough investigation into the leak, which is considered one of Germany's worst security breaches since the Cold War.
  • The leaked audio revealed discussions about the potential use of Taurus missiles to strike strategic targets in Russia, including the Crimean Bridge.
  • Scholz has consistently refused to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine, fearing escalation and direct involvement in the war.
  • The leak has sparked concerns among German officials about the possibility of further leaks and the structural integrity of their security systems.
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