Russia designates German East-European research institute as ‘undesirable’ amid security-tightened Berlin parade
Russia added Germany's Research Centre for East European Studies to its undesirable organisations list, and Berlin will host a techno parade with heightened security after last month's deadly Pride march attack.
Russia placed the German Research Centre for East European Studies (FSO) on its roster of “undesirable” entities, signalling increased diplomatic friction. In Germany, officials announced that the upcoming Berlin techno parade will operate under reinforced security measures following a fatal assault on a Pride march the previous month. The two developments underscore rising tensions between Moscow and Berlin and heightened vigilance at public events.
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The story shows growing Russia-Germany diplomatic strain and heightened security concerns for public events in Germany.
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