Key Takeaways
- Iranian intelligence services are targeting US military installations in Germany, including Ramstein and Spangdahlem air bases.
- Israel warned US and German partners of a potential threat three weeks ago.
- US European Command remains vigilant and continuously assesses the security environment.
Iranian intelligence services are reportedly targeting US military installations in Germany, including Ramstein and Spangdahlem air bases, according to a report by WirtschaftsWoche. The news outlet cited unnamed Western intelligence officials who warned of potential covert attacks linked to the Iran conflict.
Israel had previously warned US and German partners of a potential threat, with concerns focused on bases supporting American military operations and logistics related to the conflict with Iran. The Iranian and Israeli embassies in Berlin did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
The German defence ministry declined to comment on the matter, stating that it is inappropriate to discuss matters of intelligence and that they will not comment on specific threat reporting or force protection measures.
A US European Command spokesperson said, 'US European Command remains vigilant and continuously assesses the security environment across the European theater.'
The US has already taken action, removing American B-1 bombers from the British air base RAF Fairford due to a threat linked to Iran, according to a statement issued on Monday.
Germany has been monitoring increased Iranian activity for weeks, though the specifics mentioned in the WirtschaftsWoche article were not referenced.
The US European Command spokesperson emphasized the ongoing vigilance and continuous assessment of the security environment, highlighting the importance of maintaining a robust defense posture in the region.
