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German authorities identify climate activist as suspect in series of power grid sabotage attacks

German authorities believe a militant climate activist is responsible for a series of sabotage attacks on the country's power grid this week. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt stated that the evidence points to a case of climate extremism. The 48-year-old suspect, who is currently being hunted by police, sent letters to authorities and the media claiming responsibility for the attacks, citing a fight against fossil fuels as his primary motive. Police found suspected explosives at the suspect's home in Gevelsberg. The sabotage incidents occurred across several regions, including North Rhine-Westphalia and Brandenburg. In one instance, firework-like devices were used to launch conductive material onto high-voltage lines to cause short circuits. While some power-generating units were briefly taken offline, no major blackouts occurred. The administration announced that the attacks were not a coincidence, noting they occurred just before a state election in Saxony-Anhalt. Security officials confirmed that the suspect's letters contained precise details about the plans. Authorities are still investigating whether the man acted alone or if the other attacks were sponsored by a foreign state.

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