By PIETRO DE CRISTOFARO and STEFANIE DAZIO

BERLIN (AP) — Germany summoned Russia’s ambassador Friday following accusations of sabotage , cyberattacks and election interference, an official said.

The German government has also accused Moscow of perpetrating disinformation campaigns.

“The goal of these Russian cyber and disinformation attacks is clear: It is to divide society, stir up mistrust, provoke rejection, and weaken confidence in democratic institutions,” German foreign ministry spokesperson Martin Giese said.

“This targeted manipulation of information is one of a wide range of activities by Russia aimed at undermining confidence in democratic institutions and processes in Germany,” he said during a government news conference.

German officials have previously accused Russia of

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