A British war-game show that showed a pretend Russian attack drew a nuclear warning from Moscow. At the same time, European governments are stepping up preparations for a possible Russian threat.
These plans cover everything from hybrid attacks to planning for mass casualties. Al Jazeera's Zeina Al Qawasmi explains why this is happening now.
π The Backstory
Russia's war on Ukraine has raised fears across Europe. NATO countries have boosted defense spending and put more troops on alert. Some leaders warn Russia could target other nations next.
"Hybrid attacks" means things like sabotage, cyber strikes, and fake news meant to cause chaos. Such attacks are often hard to trace back to one country.
π― Why It Matters
Talk of a wider war worries ordinary people. It can affect prices, travel, and how safe people feel.
A British war-game show that showed a pretend Russian attack drew a nuclear warning from Moscow. At the same time, European governments are stepping up preparations for a possible Russian threat.
These plans cover everything from hybrid attacks to planning for mass casualties. Al Jazeera's Zeina Al Qawasmi explains why this is happening now.
Russia's war on Ukraine has raised fears across Europe. NATO countries have boosted defense spending and put more troops on alert. Some leaders warn Russia could target other nations next.
"Hybrid attacks" means things like sabotage, cyber strikes, and fake news meant to cause chaos. Such attacks are often hard to trace back to one country.
Talk of a wider war worries ordinary people. It can affect prices, travel, and how safe people feel.