Russian intelligence is likely behind railway sabotage, Poland says, and honestly, where else would you even begin to look? It’s not exactly surprising news, is it? We’ve seen this playbook before. The problem, as always, is proving it definitively. They’ll deny, deny, deny, and the cycle continues. It’s infuriating, like a constant game of cat and mouse where the cat always has a head start and a bag of tricks. It feels like we’re constantly on the back foot, reacting rather than proactively preventing.
Now, that’s an attack on Poland, and Poland is a NATO country. You’d think that would be a red line.… Continue reading
Latvia’s Defence Intelligence and Security Service (MIDD) has warned citizens about potential Russian saboteurs and spies operating within the country, providing guidance on identifying them. Suspects may exhibit unusual behaviors, such as excessive interest in infrastructure, poor hygiene, or possessing unexpected survival equipment. MIDD emphasizes that while citizens can report suspicious activity, law enforcement should handle any confrontation. This warning follows similar alerts issued previously and reflects heightened security concerns across Europe amid alleged Russian sabotage and attacks.
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Three Ukrainian citizens were arrested—two in Germany and one in Switzerland—on suspicion of carrying out sabotage on behalf of Russia. The suspects allegedly planned arson and explosive attacks on German freight transport, potentially including an incident involving a DHL plane. The German Federal Prosecutor’s Office is leading the investigation, citing the case’s significance. The arrests follow warnings from German intelligence agencies regarding increased Russian espionage and sabotage activities within the country.
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In a European Parliament hearing, a NATO official detailed a sustained Russian campaign of sabotage across NATO countries, encompassing train derailments, arson, attacks on political figures, and assassination plots. These acts, often crudely executed, utilize recruited personnel—including criminal gangs and unwitting individuals—to sow discord and undermine support for Ukraine. This strategy reflects Russia’s broader doctrine of achieving political victory through diverse means, including infrastructure damage and political interference. The official urged Europe to adopt a “wartime mindset” to counter this escalating destabilization campaign.
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NATO allies convened in Brussels to address a surge in suspected Russian sabotage attempts across Europe, with up to 100 incidents this year attributed to Moscow’s hybrid warfare. These incidents range from cyberattacks and arson to assassination plots and espionage, aiming to sow discord and disrupt military aid to Ukraine. The alliance agreed on countermeasures including enhanced intelligence sharing and infrastructure protection. Concerns are heightened by the Kremlin’s apparent shift to riskier tactics following the expulsion of numerous Russian diplomats. The scale and variety of threats present a significant challenge for Western responses.
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In response to escalating Russian aggression, the National Counterintelligence and Security Center, FBI, and Department of Defense agencies issued a joint warning to U.S. defense companies. The bulletin urged heightened security measures following confirmed Russian sabotage targeting European defense firms, infrastructure, and logistics, including arson and incendiary device smuggling plots. These acts, often perpetrated via local criminal proxies, aim to disrupt support for Ukraine and sow discord among allies. The warning highlighted the increased risk to U.S. companies both domestically and internationally, citing potential for injury, death, and significant infrastructural damage. Russia denies these accusations.
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Matt Underwood 
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