The article discusses the historical context of Russian sabotage operations, linking contemporary activities back to Soviet-era planning and operations executed during times of heightened political tensions. It argues that Russia's increased sabotage activities in Europe since the onset of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 reflects a strategic return to past practices, aimed at undermining adversaries' critical infrastructure.

The article discusses the historical context of Russian sabotage operations, linking contemporary activities back to Soviet-era planning and operations executed during times of heightened political tensions. It argues that Russia's increased sabotage activities in Europe since the onset of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 reflects a strategic return to past practices, aimed at undermining adversaries' critical infrastructure.