# European countries bolster defenses as officials warn of growing Russian hybrid threat

https://mins.news/en/item/65049

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-18 23:49 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/european-countries-bolster-defenses-as-officials-warn-of-growing-russian-hybrid-threat/

> European governments are expanding preparations for possible Russian hybrid attacks involving drones, missiles, sabotage and cyber operations. Officials in Poland, Lithuania, France and Finland have issued warnings, while Germany, Switzerland and others are strengthening civil defense and critical-infrastructure protection. NATO says it is improving deterrence and resilience but has not said an attack on an ally is imminent.

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