Russia is upping hybrid attacks against Europe, Dutch intelligence says
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Dutch Intelligence Warns of Escalating Russian Cyber Threats
Above: A photo illustration of a hacker taken in Krakow, Poland, on Aug. 17, 2021. Image copyright: Photo by Jakub Porzycki/Contributor/NurPhoto via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
The MIVD’s report highlights the immediate threat the rapid escalation of Russia’s hybrid warfare poses to European security. To resolve the West’s current vulnerabilities and counter the Russian threat, countries like the Netherlands must undertake a swift military build-up and develop their defense industries. Only by doing this can Russian aggression be deterred.
Establishment-critical narrative
The accusations of Russian cyber operations and espionage are unsubstantiated claims made without any concrete evidence, designed to inflame anti-Russian sentiment in the West. This is without mentioning the incredible hypocrisy of Western powers, which point the finger at Russia whilst waging a hybrid war of their own against it by funneling arms and funds to Ukraine.