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NATO warns against hybrid attacks on members

NATO members should not tolerate deliberate hybrid actions against alliance countries, US Ambassador Matthew Whitaker said Saturday. He also said the United States would support members facing such incidents. Whitaker made the remarks during a business conference in Cernobbio, Italy. He urged NATO countries to remain prepared and vigilant against emerging security threats. Read More: […]

NATO's US ambassador Matthew Whitaker has declared that the alliance will not accept hybrid actions against its member countries. This stance was expressed following Germany's accusation of Russia for an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Whitaker emphasized that NATO members must remain vigilant and demonstrate a strong stance in the face of such incidents.

The ambassador highlighted that critical infrastructure, like energy assets, should be monitored to prevent potential targeting. While the response to these challenges largely rests with individual nations, the US pledges its support to affected countries during these incidents.

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