UK Investigates Possible Russian Bombing Plot

UK counter-terrorism police are probing a July incident where a package ignited at a DHL depot in Birmingham, amid suspicions of Russian involvement linked to a similar event in Germany. Both incidents involved packages that were set to be loaded onto planes, with German officials warning that if the device had ignited mid-flight, it could have caused a catastrophic crash. No injuries were reported in either situation, and both fires were handled by local staff and fire brigades. The UK's Metropolitan Police stated that they are coordinating with European law enforcement to determine if the Birmingham incident is connected to a broader campaign by Russian agents, who are exhibiting increasingly aggressive behavior. This follows Germany's domestic intelligence chief highlighting a rise in sabotage attempts associated with Russian spies, particularly targeting air transport. Security measures are being strengthened by DHL in response to these alarming incidents.