German spy chief fears Russians

The German domestic intelligence is deeply concerned about Russian interference in the Bundestag elections to be held next year.

Maassen fears that the Russian government 'wants to influence public opinion and decision-making', for example by spreading false stories. He sees it as a necessity to expose disinformation. 'When people realize that the information they get is not true, lose their poisonous lies effectiveness. '

Also from US intelligence was ahead of the presidential election warned there for Russian interference. The Kremlin has pointed to the allegations.