German spies handed new powers to tackle 'hybrid threats' from abroad

Germany's foreign intelligence agency (BND) and domestic security service (BSI) have been granted expanded powers to investigate espionage, terrorism, and sabotage, according to new reforms. The measures allow these agencies to conduct surveillance and intelligence operations against threats originating outside German borders. The reforms were enacted to address security concerns related to cyber attacks and other cross-border activities targeting German infrastructure and institutions.

• BBC — German spies handed new powers to tackle 'hybrid threats' from abroad

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