The President of the German Intelligence Service, Sinan Selen, warned of a Russian threat in a speech to the Bundestag on October 6, 2026, stating that Russia is preparing for a 'gewaltsamem Konflikt' with Germany.[8161048] The German Federal Intelligence Service (BND) has warned of a 'gewaltsamem Konflikt' with Russia, citing 'desinformation, Anschlagsversuche, Kriegsgefahr'[7968631] The German government has expressed concerns over China's growing economic influence, with the German Federal Economic Chamber (DKH) warning of potential consequences for businesses if tensions with China escalate.[8096724] The European Union has been warned by the German Federal Intelligence Service (BND) of a potential escalation of tensions with China, with the DKH predicting that 80% of German companies could be affected.[8096724] The situation remains fluid, with the German government and intelligence services closely monitoring the situation and urging caution.[8161048][7968631]