MI6 Chief: Russia Actively "Exporting Chaos" to Europe

In her first public speech as the head of MI6, the U.K.'s foreign intelligence service, chief Blaise Metreweli issued a stark warning. She stated that Russia is now trying to "export chaos" across Europe. Metreweli said this campaign uses "hybrid attacks." These are aggressive actions that fall below the level of open warfare. They include cyberattacks, sabotage, and the spread of disinformation, or false information meant to deceive people. The intelligence chief's comments highlight growing Western concern. They indicate that Russia is expanding its efforts to destabilize European nations through non-military means.