Europe Faces Top Conflict Risks in 2026

Experts rank a disruptive hybrid attack on EU critical infrastructure as Europe's top risk for 2026, topping even tanks crossing borders. Russia's aggression in Ukraine and against neighbors looms large, with fears of a ceasefire on Moscow's terms eroding deterrence. A US withdrawal of security guarantees rates high in impact, while NATO-Russia clashes pose the gravest threat. China-Taiwan conflict risks rise, and hybrid probes like subsea sabotage already test Europe's resilience. Read more about this...