Germany's Bundestag, led by President Julia Klockner, is experiencing ongoing cyberattacks. Klockner has urged for improved cyber defenses and expansion of parliamentary police powers, particularly regarding visitor safety measures. She criticized the current inability of domestic security services to share criminal records or threat assessments with Bundestag police as "absurd." Furthermore, Klockner highlighted that the Bundestag is the most-visited parliament in the world, attracting over 2 million visitors annually, necessitating stronger protective measures for both politicians and the public.
Bundestag President Julia Klockner stated that Germany's lower house of parliament is under continuous cyberattack, calling for improved cyber defenses and enhanced police rights.
Klockner emphasized the absurdity of the current situation where domestic security cannot share visitor criminal records or threat assessments with Bundestag police for better security.
As the most-visited parliament globally, with over 2 million attendees annually, Klockner warned that the security measures must evolve to protect lawmakers and visitors alike.
She urged for a new parliamentary police law to ensure the safety of the Bundestag and its politicians from both cyber and physical threats.
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