Russia Hybrid War Intensifies as Ukraine Conflict Escalates in Fall
El País reports that Russia's hybrid war against the EU is intensifying alongside a likely escalation of the military conflict in Ukraine this fall. The claim is an analytical forecast rather than a confirmed event, with uncertainty about the scale and timing. This matters because it signals heightened risk of destabilizing actions against European infrastructure and political systems.
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NATO Hybrid Deterrence: Europe's Capacity Gaps Amid Escalating Russian Hybrid Warfare
NATO officials and experts assess that Europe is failing to deter Russia's escalating hybrid warfare, characterized by sabotage and drone attacks on critical infrastructure, and lacks the capacity for a prolonged attrition war. While the US has issued firm warnings, concrete collective responses remain unspecified, and Russia continues to deny involvement while hinting at capabilities. The situation indicates a significant gap between NATO's deterrence posture and European readiness, exacerbated by internal political vulnerabilities.