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Poland calls Starlink fire sabotage while Denmark warns of Russian threat

Poland says a fire at a Starlink station was sabotage as Denmark warns Russia may increase hybrid attacks.

Poland says fire at Starlink station is sabotage as Denmark warns of rising Russian threat
File photo Poland says fire at Starlink station is sabotage as Denmark warns of rising Russian threat Photo: BBC News

Minister confirms deliberate attack

Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stated the blaze was designed to disable the facility. He noted the fire targeted the power station and backup generator at a site in central Poland. The minister said the incident aimed to disrupt internet access for various institutions including the Ukrainian army.

Station now operating normally

Officials reported that the Starlink station is currently functioning after the incident. An investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing in the Masovian Voivodeship province. The Kremlin has not commented on accusations linking Moscow to the event.

Denmark raises hybrid risk

Denmark's intelligence service issued a new assessment regarding potential Russian actions in Europe. Their report indicates a low but growing risk of limited military attacks against Nato countries. Several European members have expressed concern that Moscow might prepare tests to challenge alliance commitments.

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  • BBC News
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