Overview

• NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg announced tougher actions against Russian intelligence personnel.
• Recent incidents of sabotage, arson, and cyber attacks attributed to Russian operatives have increased.
• Defense ministers will focus on protecting critical infrastructure and enhancing intelligence sharing.
• Countries like Poland, Germany, and Latvia have reported Russian interference and infiltration.
• NATO links these disruptions to Russia's broader strategy to pressure the alliance over Ukraine support.