Western intelligence agencies have warned that Russia is stepping up assassination plots against European defense executives as part of a broader campaign of sabotage aimed at weakening support for Ukraine.

Officials from five European intelligence agencies said senior executives, particularly those involved in drone manufacturing, are being targeted by Russian operatives.

Russia’s GRU military intelligence agency is reportedly working more closely with organized crime groups and cross-border networks to plan attacks and monitor potential targets.

Several defense companies have increased security for their executives, while others have relocated production sites over Russian threats.

Source: FT