Russia Increasing Hybrid Attacks Against NATO Countries, EU Leaders Say
Moscow denies that it is involved in hybrid warfare, most recently rejecting claims of involvement in an incident at Leipzig Airport in Germany.
TL;DR
- Russia is increasing drone incursions, cyberattacks, and sabotage against Western nations.
- These covert operations aim to sow fear and weaken support for Ukraine.
- European officials do not anticipate an imminent direct attack on NATO members.
- EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas highlighted a rise in sabotage and airspace violations.
- Kallas proposed imposing greater costs on Russia, such as targeting its shadow fleet and military-industrial complex.