BIS chief Koudelka warns of Russian attack on NATO

21.09.2026 09:03 HotInfo

The head of the Czech Security Information Service, Michal Koudelka, has warned that Russia could attack NATO within a matter of months. His warning appeared in an interview for a British newspaper, alongside statements from other European intelligence officials. idnes.cz ↗

According to the heads of European security services, Russia could soon test the cohesion of the North Atlantic Alliance. Such a move could take the form of a provocation or another event designed to test the member states' ability to respond jointly. hnonline.sk ↗

Koudelka spoke specifically about the possibility of a Russian attack on NATO within a horizon of months. However, the information released does not specify what type of attack or provocation Russia might choose. It is likewise unknown which member of the alliance any such move might target. novinky.cz ↗

Representatives of other European intelligence services also contributed to the warning. Their statements agree that Russia may, in the near future, seek a way to test the unity and readiness of NATO.

The warnings come at a time of heightened attention to security threats from Russia. The service representatives did not give an exact date or a specific scenario for a possible event. Their assessment therefore concerns mainly the timeframe and Moscow's possible intent to test the alliance's response.

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