EU to sanction Russia for hybrid attacks
EU nations are nearing consensus on imposing new sanctions on Russia for hybrid attacks in the EU. Ahead of a Brussels ministerial meeting, Latvia’s foreign minister, Baiba Braže, expected confirmation of sanctions targeting Russia’s hybrid activities, which include sabotage and misinformation. NATO’s Jens Stoltenberg accused Russia of executing hybrid attacks on NATO territories. Germany reported Russian plans to assassinate the CEO of Rheinmetall, an arms supplier for Ukraine. Details of the sanctions remain under wraps until agreed upon. The EU is also discussing urgent Ukrainian needs for electrical system support and air defense, and the disbursement of funds from the European Peace Facility for military aid sent to Ukraine.