Germany avoids naming Russia in suspected drone attack to limit far-right ammunition
Germany's government is refraining from publicly blaming Russia for a suspected drone attack to avoid strengthening the far-right AfD party.
Germany's government has chosen not to publicly identify Russia as the suspected source of a drone attack. The decision reflects concern about playing into the political narrative of the far-right AfD party.
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Germany silent on suspected Russian drone attack to avoid boosting far right
Comment: Government is right not to play into the hands of the far right AfD party and name Russia as suspects