In a stark increase in hostile activity, Russia has orchestrated a series of over 150 drone attacks in Eastern Europe since mid-2020, targeting Poland, Moldova, and other neighboring countries. The attacks mainly focus on critical infrastructure and aim to destabilize the region ahead of Moldova’s upcoming election, feared to influence pro-Russian political gains. Polish officials reported multiple drone incursions causing property damage and displays of military intimidation around the country’s eastern border. Moldova has seen increased use of disinformation campaigns and covert operations aimed at shifting public opinion. Experts link these actions to Russia’s long-term hybrid warfare strategy to exert pressure on its western neighbors and distract from other military fronts. Western governments have publicly condemned the attacks, warning of escalating security threats. This surge includes varied tactics such as drone swarms, electronic warfare jamming, and psychological operations targeting both military and civilian infrastructure, signaling a calculated effort to undermine European stability.
Category: Military & Paramilitary Operations
Subcategory: High-Tech Military Tools
Incident Type: Drone swarms & UAV surveillance
Country: Poland
Source report: www.nytimes.com/2025/09/2…
