Overview

• Latvia's Defence Intelligence and Security Service (MIDD) has released a public guide to help citizens identify potential Russian spies and saboteurs.
• Key indicators include unkempt appearances, military-style haircuts, excessive gear, and survival equipment inconsistent with recreational activities.
• Suspicious behaviors include loitering near sensitive sites, asking unusual questions, posing as humanitarian workers, and lacking genuine interest in nature.
• MIDD advises citizens not to confront suspects but to report suspicions to the State Police, special services, or armed forces.
• This initiative aligns with similar efforts by Sweden, Finland, Poland, and Norway to enhance public awareness of hybrid threats.