Russia under attack by 56 nations in spy war – security chief
Russian security chief Sergey Shoigu claims that Russia is facing an undeclared spy war from 56 nations, which he asserts are conducting sabotage and terrorism aimed at critical infrastructure.
Known security flaw threatened drinking water in Västerås – this is how the man got in and turned off the power
A 30-year-old man entered a crucial area for the power supply of Västerås' waterworks and caused a total power outage, leading to serious threats to the city’s drinking water supply.
R. Tamašunienė: proposals to criminalize sabotage acts are also related to damage to infrastructure in the Baltic Sea
R. Tamašunienė announced proposals to criminalize acts of sabotage during a press conference, emphasizing the need for legal adjustments in response to recent incidents affecting national security infrastructure in the Baltic Sea.
More suspected crimes against critical societal operations
Over 2,000 reports of suspected crimes against critical societal operations were received last year in Sweden, double the number from the previous year, with a significant portion related to break-ins and illegal photography at sensitive locations.
Who are the detainees in the 'TOR' operation: railway enthusiasts or saboteurs? Findings of 'Rzeczpospolita'
The article discusses the 'TOR' operation in Poland, which resulted in the detention of individuals suspected of involvement in railway sabotage following terrorist acts that damaged track infrastructure.
FOCUS ⟩ "We don't have time to waste": Elering invests nearly 230 million in energy infrastructure crisis readiness over four years
Elering is investing considerable funds into energy infrastructure resilience, primarily due to threats posed by Russia's ongoing war and possible sabotage.
Training in Northern Ostrobothnia to Counter Hybrid Influence – Drone Strikes and Special Forces Involved
A military exercise in Northern Ostrobothnia demonstrated the region's preparedness for hybrid threats, emphasizing the importance of joint training for effective local defense.
Putin: Sabotage attempts on the Turkish and Blue Stream pipelines are possible – Our enemies will regret it
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the FSB to enhance protection of energy and transport infrastructure in response to Ukrainian attacks allegedly supported by Western intelligence agencies.
Man charged with sabotage against waterworks
A 30-year-old man has been charged with breaking into a water treatment plant in Västerås and causing a shutdown that disrupted water supply to the city.
An unusual project in Sweden - would protect against sabotage
Sweden is planning to lay a data cable beneath the polar ice cap connecting Asia and North America, aimed at enhancing infrastructure security.
Sabotage on the High Speed Rail, Train Circulation Slowed. Salvini: 'We Will Root Out the Criminals'
Train circulation on the high-speed lines from Rome to Naples and Rome to Florence has been slowed due to deliberate acts of sabotage, leading to damages and increased safety measures.
Trains, new damage: cables along the freight line in Bologna cut
A new instance of sabotage occurred in Bologna as cables along a freight line were cut, following a previous incident involving incendiary devices that damaged high-speed railway cables.
Intelligence: Russia is using underworld contacts in Latvia for sabotage
Russia is desperately seeking and recruiting criminally connected individuals in Latvia to carry out acts of sabotage against military and critical infrastructure targets, according to a statement from the head of Latvia's State Security Service.
Italy: Anarchists claim responsibility for sabotage on the railway during the Winter Olympic Games
An anarchist group claimed responsibility for sabotaging railway infrastructure in northern Italy on the first full day of the Winter Olympic Games, causing significant delays but no injuries.
Russia recruits criminals for sabotage operations in Latvia – Latvian security chief
The Latvian State Security Service has disclosed that Russia is recruiting criminals for sabotage operations targeting the country's military and critical infrastructure.
Train Sabotage, Investigating for Terrorism
Investigations into recent train sabotage incidents in Italy are focusing on anarcho-insurrectionist motives, but no concrete evidence of terrorism has been found so far.
Sabotage on the Railways, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport: 'We Will Seek Damages from Those Responsible'
The Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport announced it will seek damages from those responsible for recent railway sabotage incidents that disrupted services and affected thousands of passengers.
Pro-Ukrainian partisans disable military communication infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod Oblast, group claims
Pro-Ukrainian partisans reportedly disabled military communication infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod region, enhancing tactical advantages for Ukrainian forces.
Norway: Russia Intensifies Spy Activities in the Arctic. Planning Sabotages
Norwegian intelligence warns that Russia will increase its espionage activities in Norway, particularly in the Arctic region, and is planning sabotage operations targeting Norway's energy infrastructure.
321 Suspected Cases - Sabotage Has Almost Become Everyday in Germany
The Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) reported 321 suspected cases of sabotage against infrastructure and authorities last year, with security agencies suspecting some incidents might involve Russian state actors.
SZ in the Evening: News from February 5, 2026
The article discusses the rise in sabotage cases against German infrastructure, potentially linked to Russian intelligence, prompting the government's initiative to establish a new defense center against hybrid threats.
"Digital tanks are already here." Poland was just a step away from blackout, minister blames Russia
Poland faced its most significant cyberattack on energy infrastructure in years, with officials attributing the incident to Russian sabotage, bringing the country perilously close to a blackout.
Digital tanks are here. Poland was just a step away from blackout, minister blames Russia
Poland faced a significant threat of a widespread power outage last December due to a major cyberattack on its energy infrastructure, which Polish officials attribute to Russian sabotage.
These 13 attacks are attributed to the left-wing 'Vulcan groups' by the federal government
Since 2011, the 'Vulcan groups' are believed to have committed at least 13 acts of sabotage on rail, energy, and telecommunications infrastructure in Berlin and Brandenburg, with expectations of further attacks according to the Interior Ministry.
Critical Infrastructure: "Humans Are the Biggest Entry Point"
In light of the recent power outage in Berlin, Christian Briss discusses the vulnerabilities of Germany's infrastructure and emphasizes the need for both the state and private sectors to enhance security against growing threats such as sabotage, cyberattacks, and drones.
What is the radical-left Vulkangruppe behind the sabotage and power outages in Berlin?
The radical-left group Vulkangruppe, active for over a decade in Berlin and known for its anticapitalist, antitechnological, and antipatriarchal stance, has been responsible for sabotaging critical infrastructure including energy grids and railways.
Arson Attack on Transformer Station: Attack on Power Supply in North Rhine-Westphalia Failed
An attempted attack on critical infrastructure in Erkrath near Düsseldorf was unsuccessful, with the perpetrators claiming responsibility through an online communique.
No traces, no patterns – authorities must "recalibrate the focus"
Criminal scientist Christian Matzdorf calls for a realignment of authorities in response to sabotage acts on infrastructure, emphasizing the need for a recalibrated focus.
Power Outage in Berlin: Germany’s Infrastructure is Largely Unprotected
Germany's critical infrastructure, particularly its electricity supply, faces ongoing threats from espionage and sabotage, highlighted by a recent power outage in Berlin affecting 30,000 households.
A closed worldview in which sabotage is no longer seen as a border crossing
After an arson attack on the power grid in southwest Berlin, tens of thousands of people are left without electricity, heating, and mobile service, as the leftist group 'Vulkangruppe' claims responsibility for the act, prompting experts to warn of an underestimated danger and the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.
The ERT antenna fell in Souda, Chania, see photos
The ERT antenna collapsed in Souda, Chania, with initial reports suggesting possible sabotage due to severed wires.
Such Russia has sent 'wishes' to Poland. A chill in the air.
The closure of the Russian Consulate General in Poland by Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski follows acts of sabotage, including explosions and damage to railway infrastructure in Polish towns.