"Above all Russia, as a hybrid actor, is undoubtedly aggressive, offensive and escalating. Its intelligence services employ a wide range of attack vectors from its toolbox."
"A clear sign of a highly dangerous escalation is the preparation and execution of sabotage attacks in Germany and other European countries, for which the Kremlin is considered the primary instigator. There is no sign of any relief in sight."
"In its role as a logistics hub for collective defence and support of Ukraine, Germany is more heavily targeted by Russian intelligence services than other countries."
Russia could step up sabotage, cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns during next year’s regional elections in Germany. Germany’s position as a central NATO logistics hub and supporter of Ukraine makes it a heavier target for Russian intelligence services. Since the 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russian-linked operations in Europe have included drone flights, sabotage, cyberattacks and online disinformation. Preparations and executions of sabotage attacks across Europe point to a dangerous escalation with the Kremlin considered the primary instigator and no immediate sign of relief. Five regional elections next year include contests in the ex-communist east where the AfD seeks gains.
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