A shadow war is unfolding across Europe as acts of sabotage allegedly linked to Russia surge since 2022. From arson and cyber disruptions to damaged rail lines and mysterious explosions, incidents have been reported from the UK to Spain to Poland. Officials warn these covert attacks are not just about fear and chaos but are designed to stretch police, intelligence and counterterror resources thin. As Europe faces growing security fatigue, questions are mounting over who is behind the operations, how coordinated they are, and what comes next.