German leaders question potential sabotage after cargo plane crash
- A cargo plane flying from Leipzig, Germany crashed near Vilnius Airport on Monday, killing one crew member and injuring three others.
- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz indicated that the crash might be linked to hybrid warfare, encouraging a thorough investigation.
- Lithuanian authorities have not found evidence of sabotage, but the incident has sparked serious security discussions in Europe.
On Monday, a cargo plane operating under contract for DHL crashed in Lithuania while approaching Vilnius Airport, resulting in one crew member's death and injuries to three others. The Boeing 737-400 was making its descent when it went down a few kilometers from the runway. Responses from German leaders included speculation about the possibility of sabotage or hybrid warfare, evoking concerns over security threats in Europe. Although Lithuanian authorities have not found evidence of sabotage, they also acknowledged that the cause of the crash needs thorough investigation. The incident has raised alarm about the potential for escalating hybrid threats in the region, particularly given recent intelligence about similar operations linked to Russia.