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Europe braces for ‘severe hybrid attacks’ from Russia, says Merz

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German chancellor says Moscow’s escalation shows ‘desperation’ over war in Ukraine

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  1. Financial Times

    EU countries consider Nato-style joint responses to Russian hybrid attacks (opens Financial Times)

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    Campaign this year has included drone attacks, bombs and arson, leading to calls for a stronger response

  2. The Week

    Russian hybrid attacks risk catching Europe flat-footed (opens The Week)

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    Analysts warn that Russia may expand its Ukraine offensive to target Europe more broadly. Not everyone on the continent is ready.

  3. Bloomberg

    NATO Chief Urges Europe to Brace for More Russian Hybrid Attacks (opens Bloomberg)

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    Europe must be ready for a world where Russia is regularly committing sabotage, arson and other hybrid attacks on its soil, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned.

  4. Financial Times

    Europe braces for ‘severe hybrid attacks’ from Russia, says Merz (opens Financial Times)

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    German chancellor says Moscow’s escalation shows ‘desperation’ over war in Ukraine