Poland warns Europe of ongoing Russian cyber assaults

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has warned that Europe is 'under attack from Russia,' characterizing the threats as hybrid in nature, including political assassinations, cyberwarfare, and acts of sabotage across several nations. Speaking in Berlin, he noted that Poland's EU presidency in 2025 will prioritize security, affirming that previous warnings about Moscow's intentions have been validated. Sikorski highlighted specific incidents, such as the 2019 Berlin assassination and ongoing sabotage in countries like the Czech Republic and Lithuania, which are believed to be orchestrated by Russian intelligence. The minister also underscored the constant cyberattacks targeting European nations, linking these to attempts to manipulate electoral processes, as evidenced by recent events in Romania. Meanwhile, Poland's Deputy Prime Minister for Digitalization emphasized that the country is facing unprecedented levels of cyberattacks from Russian forces, particularly as it heads towards presidential elections. Both officials call for heightened awareness and robust responses to these threats as a means to safeguard democratic integrity in Europe.