Russian Hybrid War in European Countries; Why and How

Russia has used hybrid warfare more than ever in recent years to achieve its goals in relation to European countries. The main question of this article is: "What is Russia's goal in using hybrid warfare in relation to European countries and what tools and methods has it used in this regard?" In response to this question, the author hypothesizes that "Russia's main goal is to return to the position of a superpower and change the balance in its favor in relations with the West." Because this goal can no longer be achieved through traditional and symmetrical warfare, Moscow is embracing the new generation of warfare, hybrid warfare, using a variety of tools such as cyberattacks, spreading false news, supporting networks of corruption and economic pressure, Interfering in European elections and forming a network of political allies in European countries, supporting separatism in Europe and the use of opposition groups and organizations.