Stubb warns of interference Urges readiness for Russia

Oct 5

RTVE reports Finnish president Alexander Stubb's warning that Moscow could try to influence Spain's election and that countries should prepare for Russian hybrid attacks. His own brief English quotation refers to extensive meddling in elections. The interview took place during the Spanish royal visit to Finland; the complete item also notes his solidarity with Spain over Ceuta. It does not establish a specific Russian operation in Spain or give a separate substantive account of the visit or the Ceuta crisis.

In an October 5 RTVE interview, Finnish president Alexander Stubb warns that Moscow could try to influence Spain's election and urges preparedness for Russian hybrid attacks. His quoted remarks refer to extensive meddling in elections. This is a warning about a risk, not proof that a particular Russian operation has occurred in Spain.