https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-launches-manhunt-for-europe-s-top-defense-executives-ft-reportsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-launches-manhunt-for-europe-s-top-defense-executives-ft-reportshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-launches-manhunt-for-europe-s-top-defense-executives-ft-reports#u132269Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:16:11 +0000Western intelligence agencies have warned senior executives at European defense companies that Russia is ramping up efforts to physically eliminate them. The covert campaign aims to disrupt ongoing military support for Ukraine. Moscow's operatives, including those from military intelligence, are reportedly deploying criminal networks to carry out these assassination plots. In addition to direct threats against leadership, Denmark reported that Russia has attempted acts of sabotage against domestic defense firms as part of a broader shadow war across the continent.Why it mattersThis escala