Russia attempting cyber sabotage attacks against Dutch critical infrastructure

The Dutch Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIVD) reports an increase in Russian state-sponsored cyber operations targeting Dutch and allied critical infrastructure in 2024–2025, including at least one foiled sabotage attempt and a prior minimal-impact incident; the agency warns these operations aim to gain persistent digital positions to enable future sabotage. The report highlights a 'whole-of-society' Russian approach, intelligence-sharing with Ukraine, and concerns about potential disruptive attacks on strategic assets such as ports, prompting calls for strengthened national and NATO defenses.