European intelligence officials warned that Russia may launch tests with NATO in months rather than years. The methods may include drone or missile attacks, false flag provocation, public opinion influence operations, and even a limited attack on NATO territory. However, intelligence officials from the Baltic Sea countries said that there are currently no signs that Russia is about to launch an attack, and warned that excessive public panic itself will help Moscow spread fear and uncertainty in Europe. Despite this, relevant officials expect Russian sabotage to intensify. The Russian side is shifting from random disruptive behavior to targeting more specific targets, including railways, supporting infrastructure to Ukraine, and European defense companies.

European intelligence officials warned that Russia may launch tests with NATO in months rather than years. The methods may include drone or missile attacks, false flag provocation, public opinion influence operations, and even a limited attack on NATO territory. However, intelligence officials from the Baltic Sea countries said that there are currently no signs that Russia is about to launch an attack, and warned that excessive public panic itself will help Moscow spread fear and uncertainty in Europe. Despite this, relevant officials expect Russian sabotage to intensify. The Russian side is shifting from random disruptive behavior to targeting more specific targets, including railways, supporting infrastructure to Ukraine, and European defense companies.