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Ukraine warns of Russian hybrid operations in EU, NATO

Russian intelligence services are planning hybrid operations in European Union and NATO countries to undermine aid to Ukraine and weaken the Alliance's capabilities, with military facilities, critical infrastructure and communications systems, including Starlink receiving stations in European states, among the main targets, Ukraine's Defense Intelligence Directorate (HUR) said.

Ukraine warns of Russian hybrid operations in EU, NATO

Ukraine's Defense Intelligence Directorate has issued a warning that Russian intelligence services are preparing hybrid operations in European Union and NATO countries. These operations aim to undermine aid to Ukraine and weaken the capabilities of the Alliance. The main targets of these operations include military facilities, critical infrastructure, and communications systems such as Starlink receiving stations in European states, according to HUR.

Russian intelligence services are expected to utilize agents recruited by the Main Directorate of the Russian General Staff and the Federal Security Service to carry out these activities, which may involve sabotage. The Kremlin plans to focus on military installations, critical infrastructure, and communication systems as part of these hybrid operations.

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