Two detained as German police probe arson attack on Munich defence firm
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German police are investigating a suspected politically motivated arson attack at a construction site outside the Munich headquarters of defence technology company Rohde & Schwarz, authorities said on Thursday.
The attack targets a defence contractor, and authorities suspect political motivation, suggesting a deliberate effort to disrupt or intimidate a military supplier.
Most affected
Rohde & Schwarz and its operations — Construction site damaged; company under security scrutiny during investigation.
Likely next
Whether police identify the detained suspects' affiliations and motive, and whether further attacks or arrests follow.