US and Europe express concerns over potential Russian hybrid warfare after Ukraine missile strikes

The US State Department has raised serious concerns about Russia's hybrid warfare tactics following Ukraine's use of US-made ATACMS missiles against targets in Russia. This marks a shift in the conflict, with fears of potential Russian retaliation through sabotage and assassinations in Europe. Russian officials have promised an "appropriate" response to the missile strikes, which they view as a direct escalation involving NATO. European ministers have discussed the threat of Russian hybrid attacks, emphasizing the need for coordinated security measures. Recent incidents, including sabotage of under-sea cables in the Baltic Sea, have heightened fears of Russian attacks on Western infrastructure. Investigations are ongoing, with officials suspecting deliberate damage rather than accidents.