Bloomberg: Kremlin Plans to Intensify Hybrid Attacks on Europe
Bloomberg reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered his intelligence services to escalate hybrid aggression against European countries backing Ukraine, with officials warning that civilian casualties may only be a matter of time.
According to information obtained by Bloomberg, Russian leader Vladimir Putin, facing a difficult situation in the war in Ukraine, has reportedly instructed his intelligence and security agencies to step up covert aggression against countries providing support to Kyiv.
European officials and counterintelligence representatives cited by Bloomberg say that such incidents — acts of sabotage and subversion — have recently become not only more frequent but also increasingly bold and reckless.
Concerns Over Civilian Casualties
Intelligence officials have expressed concern that as attacks grow more intense and daring, innocent civilians could eventually be harmed. In their view, this is a matter of time rather than a possibility that can be ruled out.
The report suggests the Kremlin is using hybrid aggression as a tool to create tension and insecurity within European societies, apparently hoping to weaken these countries' resolve to continue supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia.
Bloomberg's report is based on conversations with several European officials and intelligence service representatives who are monitoring these developments and trying to assess the risks ahead.
