Confusion has arisen in Munich after fake letters, falsely attributed to the city's District Administration Office (Kreisverwaltungsreferat or KVR), claimed that a tank parade would take place on June 15, 2025, for Germany's first-ever National Veterans Day. The letters, distributed in streets such as Lindwurmstraße, Leopoldstraße, and Ludwigstraße, instructed residents to move their cars and participate in the purported event. However, officials have confirmed these letters are forgeries and assured that no such military parade is planned.
The letters appeared official, featuring the KVR logo and referencing the Bundeswehr, Germany’s armed forces. They announced a highly dubious parade involving heavy Leopard II tanks traversing central Munich streets. Additional demands included residents displaying German flags and welcoming the military units with flowers. Some recipients grew suspicious, noting that the tone and content seemed far from professional. Calls to the provided service hotline further exposed the hoax, as the numbers connected to the editorial offices of Munich newspapers, including the Abendzeitung and Süddeutsche Zeitung.
Upon being alerted, the KVR confirmed that the documents had not been issued by their office. Kevin Porth, a spokesperson for the KVR, stated, "The letter is a forgery, and no public events related to the national Veterans Day have been registered with us." Authorities are now investigating the incident, with charges filed against unknown individuals. Distributing false information of this nature is a serious matter, and the perpetrators’ motives remain unclear.
The fabricated event may have been an attempt to critique military policies or Germany’s armament strategy, taking advantage of the inaugural National Veterans Day. This day, supported by Bundestag President Julia Klöckner, is intended to honor individuals who have served in the Bundeswehr—whether active or retired. While numerous events are planned across the country to celebrate veterans, Munich residents can rest assured that no tank parade will disrupt their city streets on June 15.
Confusion has arisen in Munich after fake letters, falsely attributed to the city's District Administration Office (Kreisverwaltungsreferat or KVR), claimed that a tank parade would take place on June 15, 2025, for Germany's first-ever National Veterans Day. The letters, distributed in streets such as Lindwurmstraße, Leopoldstraße, and Ludwigstraße, instructed residents to move their cars and participate in the purported event. However, officials have confirmed these letters are forgeries and assured that no such military parade is planned.
The letters appeared official, featuring the KVR logo and referencing the Bundeswehr, Germany’s armed forces. They announced a highly dubious parade involving heavy Leopard II tanks traversing central Munich streets. Additional demands included residents displaying German flags and welcoming the military units with flowers. Some recipients grew suspicious, noting that the tone and content seemed far from professional. Calls to the provided service hotline further exposed the hoax, as the numbers connected to the editorial offices of Munich newspapers, including the Abendzeitung and Süddeutsche Zeitung.
Upon being alerted, the KVR confirmed that the documents had not been issued by their office. Kevin Porth, a spokesperson for the KVR, stated, "The letter is a forgery, and no public events related to the national Veterans Day have been registered with us." Authorities are now investigating the incident, with charges filed against unknown individuals. Distributing false information of this nature is a serious matter, and the perpetrators’ motives remain unclear.
The fabricated event may have been an attempt to critique military policies or Germany’s armament strategy, taking advantage of the inaugural National Veterans Day. This day, supported by Bundestag President Julia Klöckner, is intended to honor individuals who have served in the Bundeswehr—whether active or retired. While numerous events are planned across the country to celebrate veterans, Munich residents can rest assured that no tank parade will disrupt their city streets on June 15.
