Stories from Hamburg · Germany

Two killers shot a man, identified as Kosminov, six times in the upper body during an incident in a parking garage. The suspects reportedly drove over the victim with their vehicle during their escape.

Two masked individuals in white SUVs exited their vehicle and opened fire on a former pilot, according to a report from NDR Info. Two masked individuals in a white SUV shot an ex-pilot in a parking garage in Hamburg. The victim, identified as Kosminov, was struck by six bullets in the upper body while attempting to flee. The attackers reportedly ran over the victim with their vehicle during their escape. Police later discovered the white SUV burned out, possibly using accelerants to destroy evidence. Investigators are treating the incident as more than routine crime. Investigators believe the attack was carried out by professionals rather than petty criminals. Authorities are examining evidence found at Tatum for potential leads.

Anonymous recruiters on Telegram are reportedly seeking individuals willing to commit murder. The recruitment process includes asking candidates if they have previously killed anyone to ensure they are prepared for assassination tasks.

Russian intelligence is recruiting disposable agents with promises of quick money to conduct hybrid warfare. Tasks range from dangerous operations to minor acts of vandalism, such as spraying exhaust pipes with foam or leaving notes on windshields. The source noted that the nature of these assignments varies significantly. Reported actions include spraying exhaust pipes with expanding foam, leaving notes on windshields, and sitting in cafes to wait for targets. The activity is described as potentially causing societal destruction or serving military espionage. Russian recruitment efforts are reportedly targeting individuals willing to carry out sabotage acts on-site in Europe. One social media post featured images of burning train wagons and smoke columns, ironically suggesting that individuals interested in participating in such incidents should contact them.

German investigators have detained three suspects in connection with an investigation involving a cafe. The suspects are currently in pretrial detention. Authorities seized cash and an inactive GPS tracker from the individuals.

An individual identified as Mikael K. allegedly attempted to recruit Russian soldiers to commit war crimes in Germany. The suspect reportedly contacted targets via the Signal messaging service, posing as a Ukrainian intelligence officer named Jaroslav. The suspect offered money to perform tasks in Germany. Authorities are investigating the recruitment attempt. A man identified as Michael H. The individual reportedly contacted his own contact within the agency, who denied any attempt to reach him. claimed to the police before fleeing that he had worked as an unofficial employee for the Ukrainian military intelligence. The individual involved is identified as Erika Eckhardt. A German resident named Mika Lk was allegedly contacted via the Signal messenger service in late April to conduct spying operations against Russians.

Approximately 1.6 million tons of legacy waste, including explosives and chemicals, lie in the North and Baltic Seas within German maritime territories. The decomposition of these materials poses a risk of contamination to the North and Baltic Seas.

Artists have released a tribute album for German musician Udo Lindenberg ahead of his 80th birthday on May 17. The Udo Versum exhibition also opened at Stilwerk an der Elbe in Hamburg. The event included a musical performance. The event was reported by NDR Info.

German sea port operators expressed disappointment following a conference regarding maritime investment. The dissatisfaction follows the Chancellor's refusal to provide more federal funds for port expansion during an opening speech.

German painter Georg Baselitz has died at the age of 88. He was considered one of the most contemporary painters and a major star in the art scene. He was noted for using these techniques to provoke and confront viewers with his messages.