Russia could resort to provocations if war front nears Moscow and St. Petersburg – The Guardian
Intelligence from two NATO countries suggests Russia may stage provocations in Poland or the Baltic states. These actions could occur if the war front nears Moscow and St. Petersburg or as Ukraine intensifies deep strikes. The Kremlin may be attempting to test NATO cohesion amid growing pressure.
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New reports indicate Russia could use false flag operations or soldiers without insignia to justify attacks on NATO states.
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Russia May Stage Provocations on NATO Eastern Flank
confidence 85%Intelligence from two NATO countries suggests Russia may stage provocations in Poland or the Baltic states. These actions could occur if the war front nears Moscow and St. Petersburg or as Ukraine intensifies deep strikes. The Kremlin may be attempting to test NATO cohesion amid growing pressure.
What's confirmed:
- Two NATO countries warned that Russia may stage provocations in Poland or the Baltic states if the war front nears Moscow and St. Petersburg.
- Russia is preparing hybrid attacks on NATO's eastern flank.
- The Kremlin may attempt to test NATO cohesion as Ukraine intensifies deep strikes and Russia faces growing pressure.
Still unconfirmed:
- Poland's deputy prime minister suggests Russia could launch a false flag operation to justify an attack on a NATO state.