"Germany Probes Leaked Discussions on Ukraine War and Possible Military Actions"

Germany's Defense Ministry confirmed the authenticity of a leaked recording of a confidential discussion between high-ranking Bundeswehr officers regarding the war in Ukraine, intercepted and leaked by Russian state media. The audio includes discussions about Taurus cruise missiles and supplying Ukrainians with targeting information, prompting concerns about potential pressure from Russia. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz described it as a "very serious matter," while Russian state broadcaster RT's head published the audio. The incident has raised alarm among German lawmakers, with demands for investigation and explanations, and Russia claiming it as evidence of a "hybrid war" the West is waging on Russia.