Unpacking Europe's Confrontation with 'Hybrid War' and Russian Aggression

Europe is currently confronting a diverse wave of multi-front attacks, though officials are avoiding the label of war. According to European leaders, these wide-ranging incidents include explosive-laden drones, sabotage, political meddling, and cyber targeting, with blame directed squarely at Russia as its war with Ukraine drags on. Meanwhile, Russia maintains its denial of these allegations.

This situation raises critical questions: How does a "hybrid war" differ from traditional military conflict, and how are nations fighting back? In this discussion, presenter Rob Matheson is joined by guests Patrick Bury, a defence and security specialist at the University of Bath; Pavel Felgenhauer, a Russian defence and foreign policy analyst; and Wolfgang Pusztai, a security policy and defence analyst.