German police have arrested an 18-year-old Russian national suspected of planning a “politically motivated” attack in Berlin, reportedly targeting the Israeli Embassy. The suspect was taken into custody in the state of Brandenburg and remanded in custody after appearing in court.
The arrest was made after a tip-off, with riot police and specialist officers involved. Authorities have not provided further details on the alleged attack plan to protect the investigation, which is ongoing ahead of Sunday’s federal elections in Germany.