European nations heighten security as Denmark warns of potential Russian sabotage

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Posted Sep 17, 2026, 12:30 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-09-17-1230
European nations heighten security as Denmark warns of potential Russian sabotage
Photo: Corriere della Sera

Danish intelligence warns of Russian industrial sabotage risks as European authorities investigate hybrid threats and explosive devices in Germany.

European intelligence agencies have raised alarms over increasing hybrid threats linked to Moscow. Danish security services warned that Russia is prepared to conduct sabotage against domestic industries, adding to security concerns across the continent.

The warnings coincide with investigations into explosive devices discovered at Leipzig airport in Germany. German authorities identified two suspects associated with Moscow, including a Belarusian national holding an Italian-issued Schengen visa. Italian security sources clarified that the individual did not transit through Italy.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen affirmed that the bloc "will not tolerate attacks on EU territory" as member states address these security risks. Meanwhile, Moscow announced plans to target Ukrainian energy infrastructure in response to Kyiv's persistent drone strikes against Russian oil refineries.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.

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