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Headline: An investigation found at least 145 sabotage acts across Europe linked to Russia's hybrid warfare since 2022, involving proxies to undermine security and confidence.
Short Summary: According to an investigation by Associated Press and reported by Times of India, at least 145 sabotage acts across Europe since the beginning of the Ukraine war in 2022 have been linked to Russia. These acts, including arson attacks in the UK and sabotage in Poland and explosions in Germany, are part of the Kremlin's hybrid warfare strategy using criminal networks and proxies, such as Wagner-like groups, aimed at draining security resources and spreading fear. European intelligence agencies now spend significantly to counter this hybrid threat and maintain internal security. While official war declarations are avoided, these covert sabotage acts seek to undermine confidence and security in Europe.
Extended Summary: According to an investigation by Associated Press and reported by Times of India, at least 145 sabotage acts across Europe since the beginning of the Ukraine war in 2022 have been linked to Russia. These acts, including arson attacks in the UK and sabotage in Poland and explosions in Germany, are part of the Kremlin's hybrid warfare strategy using criminal networks and proxies, such as Wagner-like groups, aimed at draining security resources and spreading fear. European intelligence agencies now spend significantly to counter this hybrid threat and maintain internal security. While official war declarations are avoided, these covert sabotage acts seek to undermine confidence and security in Europe.
The video report by Times of India covers findings from an investigation by Associated Press revealing a pattern of Russian-linked sabotage acts in Europe since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022. The report states that over 145 incidents, such as arson in the UK and sabotage in Poland, have been documented, with European intelligence officials warning these fit into a Kremlin hybrid warfare campaign. These sabotage acts involve proxy forces and criminal networks linked to Russia to destabilize European security. The acts have sparked tension across the region and forced increased counterintelligence expenditure.
The event describes Russian-linked sabotage and use of proxies in Europe since 2022, clearly indicating aggressor hostile hybrid warfare activity. However, limited specific incident details and official confirmations lower confidence to medium. No direct alliance defense preparation actions are mentioned.
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