Several defense companies have increased personal security for executives to counter these threats. Some firms have relocated their production facilities to avoid Russian sabotage and hybrid operations, which intelligence officials describe as a broader campaign to weaken European defense capabilities.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Russia Intensifies Assassination Plots Against European Defense Executives
Geopolitics10 days ago
Five European intelligence agencies have warned that the Kremlin is expanding its targeting of senior military-industrial officials to undermine Western support for Ukraine. Russian operatives are focusing on leaders in the drone manufacturing sector, and the GRU military intelligence agency is reportedly cooperating with organized crime groups and cross-border networks to monitor targets and plan hits.
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