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BackNATO Secretary General Rutte sees the alliance ready to combat hybrid attacks from Russia
NATO Secretary General Rutte sees the alliance ready to combat hybrid attacks from Russia
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NATO Secretary General Rutte sees the alliance ready to combat hybrid attacks from Russia

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  • NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the defense alliance was ready to repel hybrid attacks from Russia and called for more support for Ukraine.
  • He suggested that increasing hybrid incidents could indicate that Russia is losing the war.
  • Poland had previously warned of similar threats.

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Why It Matters

The article reports on increasing hybrid attacks in Europe, which NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte interprets as a sign that Russia is losing the war in Ukraine. He calls for more support for Ukraine and emphasizes the alliance's preparedness against such threats.

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Russia's war against Ukraine NATO is "ready" - Rutte sees defense alliance prepared against hybrid attacks

Despite increasing hybrid attacks in Europe, NATO Secretary General Rutte calls for calm. The defense alliance is well positioned. Ultimately, the actions show that Russia is losing its war.

September 24, 2026, 7:32 p.m

What to Watch

AI outlook — possibilities, not facts

  • NATO will continue to expand its response options against hybrid threats.

    Likely · Within months

  • The number of hybrid incidents against Western targets could rise in the coming months.

    Possible · Within months

Open Questions

  • What specific measures is NATO planning to defend against hybrid attacks?
  • What will the increased support for Ukraine actually look like?
  • What specific hybrid incidents have been observed in NATO countries?

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This article was originally published by Spiegel Ausland.

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