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3w ago

National Security Report Links Russia to Disinformation During Spain’s Dana Floods

The report details Russia's hybrid warfare tactics, including AI-driven disinformation campaigns and espionage aimed at undermining Spain's institutions and support for Ukraine.

Voluntarios durante las tareas de limpieza en Catarroja, tras la dana.
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Overview

  • The 2024 National Security Report, approved in April 2025, identifies Russia as Spain's primary hybrid threat, with disinformation and cyber vulnerabilities ranked as top security risks.
  • During the October 2024 Dana floods, pro-Kremlin propaganda amplified narratives portraying Spain as chaotic and neglectful, undermining trust in institutions and criticizing aid to Ukraine.
  • Russian actors leveraged the June 2024 European Parliament elections, engaging in nearly 50 acts of interference to erode confidence in democratic processes.
  • The Kremlin has evolved its disinformation tactics since 2022, using proxy networks, AI tools, and non-conventional channels to evade sanctions and amplify narratives.
  • Espionage activities by Russian proxies targeting Spanish public and defense sectors surged in 2024, aiming to disrupt aid to Ukraine and weaken EU cohesion.