It’s a test of the EU’s resolve and unity. And it’s not really even a new issue. I remember HN was discussing GPS interference in Europe that was traced back to Russia (or at least originating from their territory). That should have been considered an act of war. But in general NATO has been soft on asymmetric warfare. Look at all the acts of intellectual property theft or cyberattacks from China on the US. There was barely any news coverage, let alone response from American leaders. Each small incursion that pushes further just ends up being normalized.

> … discussing GPS interference in Europe that was traced back to Russia

Is there a proof for this?

> That should have been considered an act of war.

What behavior of the NATO states against Russia should be considered as an act of war?

>… property theft …

MAGAs tariffs against China are one of the painful responses.

>… cyberattacks from China on the US.

How many cyberattacks from the US on China have you already counted?

> There was barely any news coverage, let alone response from American leaders.

Just change American leaders with Chinese leaders.

I guess we should hybrid war them back. Harassing their shadow oil fleet would be a start.