Map Shows Russia's Sabotage Attacks on Europe Since Start of Ukraine War
Summary
Since the start of Russia's full-scale war in Ukraine in February 2022, Europe has experienced more than 500 sabotage and hybrid attacks linked to Russia. These include fires, airspace violations, cyberattacks, and electronic warfare aimed at pressuring European countries to reduce support for Ukraine.Key Facts
- Lithuania supported Estonia in accusing Russia of an arson attack on a defense company in Tallinn on August 15.
- Estonia’s Internal Security Service says the fire was sabotage ordered by Russian secret services; Russia denies this.
- Since February 24, 2022, there have been 542 incidents in Europe with connections to Russia's hybrid warfare efforts.
- Hybrid attacks include GPS jamming, drone and missile airspace violations, sabotage of military and critical infrastructure, and cyberattacks.
- The goal of these actions is to weaken European support for Ukraine by causing social and economic disruptions.
- Russia has increased its use of electronic warfare, drones, cyber capabilities, and proxies since early failures in the war.
- NATO countries such as Poland and Romania have scrambled jets in response to Russian airspace violations.
- A drone crashed in Moldova recently after flying at low altitude near a city, showing that Russian-related activity spreads beyond Ukraine’s borders.
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