Germany condemns Russia for cyber attack on Scholz's party

German government vows consequences for Russia after attributing a 2023 cyber attack on Chancellor Scholz's party to Russian group APT28. Measures considered include EU sanctions and diplomatic expulsions. Czech Republic also targeted. NATO allies discussing co-ordinated responses. Hack exploited Microsoft software vulnerability. GRU, Russia's military intelligence, known for aggressive cyber activities. Russia aims to destabilize German government and political parties. Multiple cyber attacks linked to Russia in recent years.