Michal Koudelka, director of the Czech Intelligence Service (BIS), addressed the Czech Chamber of Deputies on October 12, 2026, warning publicly along with other European intelligence chiefs about a potential escalation of Russian hybrid threats beyond Ukraine, specifically referencing the Baltic states. He highlighted recent warnings from American partners and cited recurring Russian narratives alleging oppression of Russian populations in the Baltics and NATO threatening Russia from that region. Koudelka declared Europe's awareness of potential sabotage attacks attributed to Russia, such as a previous incident in Leipzig, emphasizing that attempts to deny responsibility by Russia will be countered with clear knowledge about their plans. He also mentioned scenarios of Russian drones or missiles striking European weapons depots and troop build-ups near Baltic borders disguised as exercises. He stressed that such clear warnings serve to limit Russian influence over global public opinion and strengthen European readiness to defend and prevail if aggression occurs.

Michal Koudelka, director of the Czech Intelligence Service (BIS), addressed the Czech Chamber of Deputies on October 12, 2026, warning publicly along with other European intelligence chiefs about a potential escalation of Russian hybrid threats beyond Ukraine, specifically referencing the Baltic states. He highlighted recent warnings from American partners and cited recurring Russian narratives alleging oppression of Russian populations in the Baltics and NATO threatening Russia from that region. Koudelka declared Europe's awareness of potential sabotage attacks attributed to Russia, such as a previous incident in Leipzig, emphasizing that attempts to deny responsibility by Russia will be countered with clear knowledge about their plans. He also mentioned scenarios of Russian drones or missiles striking European weapons depots and troop build-ups near Baltic borders disguised as exercises. He stressed that such clear warnings serve to limit Russian influence over global public opinion and strengthen European readiness to defend and prevail if aggression occurs.