Attack on GSM-R
Cables for GSM-R were intentionally cut this morning in northern Germany. This is a very serious incident and has to be carefully investigated with regard to the motivation of the attackers.
Cables for GSM-R were intentionally cut this morning in northern Germany. This is a very serious incident and has to be carefully investigated with regard to the motivation of the attackers.
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