Russia could attack a NATO country within months, Danish intelligence warns

The new threat assessment joins a growing chorus of Russia warnings from top European security officials and lawmakers in recent days.

Russia could attack a NATO country within months, Danish intelligence warns

TL;DR

  • Danish intelligence warns of a potential 'limited' Russian military attack on a NATO member in the coming months.
  • The risk is described as 'low but growing,' with Russia appearing more willing to take risks after years of war in Ukraine.
  • Attacks could involve long-range weapons targeting infrastructure critical to supporting Ukraine.
  • The suspected purpose is to redirect European resources and create division within NATO.
  • An outright invasion of a NATO country is not indicated but cannot be ruled out.
  • Russia might also deploy a limited number of troops, possibly without insignia, into bordering NATO countries.
  • This threat assessment aligns with recent warnings from other European security officials.
  • Denmark's intelligence also forecasts an intensification of Russian hybrid warfare against the West and NATO, with more significant consequences.
  • These hybrid attacks could include major cyberattacks and sabotage with a high risk of casualties.
  • Poland reported a blaze at a Starlink ground station as an act of sabotage, with signs pointing towards Russia's new doctrine.