The article ‘Hybrid Warfare: The Invisible War That’s Already Here’ elaborates on the concept of hybrid warfare as a form of conflict that merges conventional military means with asymmetric tactics such as cyberattacks, information operations, economic coercion, and espionage. It explains how hybrid warfare obscures the distinction between peace and war, complicating detection and response, particularly in the Baltic and Nordic regions vulnerable to such activities. The article details the various weapons in hybrid warfare, including propaganda campaigns, cyber intrusions targeting critical infrastructure, manipulation of political processes, and covert paramilitary activities. Highlighting Russia as a primary actor employing these methods, the piece underscores the persistent threat these tactics pose to regional security and alliance cohesion. It stresses the need for increased cooperation, intelligence sharing, and development of resilience across military and civilian sectors. The article advocates for a comprehensive defense and deterrence framework that integrates both diplomatic and military tools to counter hybrid threats effectively.
Category: Cyber & Information Warfare
Subcategory: Information Operations
Incident Type: Propaganda & disinformation campaigns
Country: Estonia
Source report: www.bakunetwork.org/en/news/a…
