The Bottom Line Upfront

NATO countries are "deeply concerned" about a campaign of hybrid activities on the military alliance's soil, which they attribute to Russia and view as a threat to their security, The Associated Press reported on May 2. These activities include disinformation, sabotage, acts of violence, and cyber and electronic interference.

The Breakdown

  • The actions by Russia on NATO territory pose a significant challenge to the security and stability of the alliance, as well as the countries affected. It highlights the ongoing tensions between NATO and Russia and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation among member states.
  • NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg emphasized that these activities will not deter the alliance from supporting Ukraine.
  • The North Atlantic Council, the principal political decision-making body within NATO, condemned Russia's behavior and called on the country to uphold its international obligations.
  • The incidents mentioned in the statement involve investigations and charges related to hostile state activity affecting several NATO members, including Czechia, Estonia, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and the United Kingdom.