A concerning alert about a potential conflict resembling World War 3 has been raised, citing ongoing actions in Europe described as a “hybrid war” involving drone incursions, cyber assaults, and sabotage directed at critical infrastructure.
Denmark’s Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, has emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating that the country, with its 5.9 million inhabitants and strategic position at the entrance to the Baltic Sea, has already experienced multiple attacks. She highlighted the strategy of hybrid warfare, which aims to intimidate, divide, and destabilize through a combination of drone activity, cyber warfare, and physical sabotage.
Recent incidents in Denmark have included the temporary closure of airports due to unauthorized drone flights, the seizure of a Russian cargo vessel, and the arrest of Chinese individuals flying drones near a significant NATO installation.
Moreover, there are reports of thousands of migrants, detained in Belarus, being pushed towards EU borders as part of what leaders are calling a “weaponized” migration campaign. Leaders from various European countries, including Latvia, have acknowledged the complex nature of the current situation, characterized by acts of sabotage, misinformation, exploitation of illegal immigration, and cyber intrusions.
The attacks are evolving in sophistication, with incidents such as the cutting of undersea cables, cyber assaults disrupting essential services, and arson targeting supply routes aiding Ukraine in its conflict against Russia.
European leaders recently convened to enhance coordination and support for Kyiv while facing threats within their own territories. Incidents like the drone swarm over Copenhagen Airport on September 22 underscore the escalating nature of these challenges.
Multiple European nations have accused Russia of violating their airspace in recent weeks, causing heightened tensions. Analysts suggest that such actions form part of shadow warfare, designed to create disruption, sow doubt, and weaken trust in governmental institutions.
Prime Minister Frederiksen has called for solidarity among Europeans to comprehend the gravity of the situation and resist attempts to sow division through tactics like drone attacks and cyber warfare.