CIA Warns Europe of Russian Phantom Fleet Drone Attack Plans

European intelligence services and the CIA are warning of an escalating Russian shadow war against the West, with specific claims of planned drone attacks from Russia's 'phantom fleet' targeting Spain, France, and Italy from the Mediterranean. While these specific attack plans remain unconfirmed, the overall threat assessment of heightened Russian covert operations and hybrid warfare tactics against NATO/EU states is increasing. The intent is assessed as psychological warfare to disrupt stability and influence elections.

The CIA has issued warnings to European allies regarding potential Russian 'phantom fleet' drone attacks targeting Spain, France, and Italy, assessed as psychological warfare. Concurrently, a separate warning indicates Russian plans for ship-launched drone interference in European elections. Both claims are unverified, with medium-low confidence due to uncertainties regarding timing, scope, and specific methods.