Concerns Grow Over Russia's Expanding Hybrid Warfare Tactics

Aviation incident in Lithuania, damaged Baltic cables, and election interference in Romania raise suspicions of Russia's covert operations.

A DHL cargo plane crash in Lithuania is under investigation, with experts exploring potential sabotage, although no definitive cause has been identified yet.
Two undersea data cables in the Baltic Sea were recently damaged, with parallels drawn to earlier suspected sabotage incidents involving Russian-linked vessels.
A pro-Russian far-right candidate has unexpectedly advanced to Romania's presidential runoff, prompting concerns about foreign election interference.
European intelligence agencies report a significant rise in cyberattacks, espionage, and disinformation campaigns attributed to Russian operatives since 2022.
Experts warn of Russia's evolving hybrid warfare tactics, targeting infrastructure, public opinion, and political stability across Europe.