A firefight and arson attempt at a Munich construction site prompted the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office to suspect a politically motivated attack against a defense-related firm, Rohde & Schwarz, with two suspects detained: a 28-year-old woman and a 38-year-old Bulgarian man.

Initial reports put the incident around midnight, with devices allegedly thrown from a car.

The LKA has taken over the investigation and has not named the specific company involved.

NRW Interior Minister called for stronger protection of critical infrastructure over privacy in Germany, signaling possible measures such as drones to deter threats.

The report notes ongoing cooperation with media outlets and discusses broader security and political implications, including societal calls for solidarity and journalistic support.

Experts warn that Germany’s security and defense firms face heightened hybrid threats—espionage, sabotage, cyberattacks, and disinformation—amid increased defense readiness and support for Ukraine.

European responses to attacks include Russia denying involvement, with some states taking reciprocal actions; Germany seeks solidarity from EU partners.

Sources include Rohde & Schwarz materials, dpa, and BR reporting on the case.

Public opinion near Berlin shows CDU slightly ahead of The Left in the run-up to state elections, shaping possible coalition discussions.

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Bavaria is a defense industry hub with tens of thousands of workers; the incident adds to discussions on drone defense and safeguarding critical infrastructure.

The case fits into broader concerns about critical infrastructure vulnerabilities in Germany and Europe, including recent sabotage and drone incidents attributed to Russia.