Kaja Kallas says "spike in the Russian hybrid attacks" amid Black Sea tensions
“spike in the Russian hybrid attacks and sabotage attempts and airspace violations in recent weeks”
Reported October 8, 2026 by sbs.com.au. Checked word for word against that report.
Recent weeks have seen an increase in Russian hybrid attacks, sabotage, and airspace incursions, according to European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. This statement comes amid escalating tensions in the Black Sea, where multiple commercial ships have reportedly been struck by drones. These incidents, occurring near NATO members Romania and Bulgaria, have led to ship damage and sinking, with authorities investigating the causes. Experts suggest these attacks represent a significant expansion of the conflict's geographic scope, potentially impacting civilian shipping and raising concerns about broader regional instability.
- sbs.com.au ↗︎08 OCT 2026