#Russian Hybrid Warfare

Russians involved in weapons production hold billions in assets across Europe and the US. Putin’s oligarchs move freely, their frozen assets untouched, while their cash and arms flow straight to Ukraine’s frontlines.

Russia’s oil tanker “shadow fleet” doesn’t just dodge sanctions. It ships weapons, supports covert operations, and cuts undersea cables. The Fitburg case on New Year’s Eve 2025 shows how these tankers can be used to wage a hybrid war across the Baltic and beyond.

The United Kingdom may become a primary target in a hidden war beneath the sea, experts told Parliament. Russia’s growing submarine capabilities and focus on critical undersea infrastructure put Britain at risk of disruptions to global trade, communications, and energy supplies—even without a single missile being fired.