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Experts largely agree that providing Tomahawks does not necessarily constitute escalation but rather continues the trend of conventional warfare extending into Russian territory. The concern remains whether this could trigger a broader conflict, but current insights suggest Russia is already engaged in hybrid warfare across Europe—through drone incursions, sabotage, and political manipulation.
Russia’s Response and the European Theatre
Russian activities across Europe—drone strikes, sabotage operations, and political rhetoric—have intensified. Countries like Poland and Romania have explicitly pointed fingers at Russia for recent provocations, while Kremlin spokespersons have tried to portray the situation as Russia defending itself against Western malfeasance.