18/9 in Nieuwsuur: Direct conflict with Russia? • Russians afraid of mobilization • France under the spell of De Gaulle

Direct conflict with Russia? There are concerns about subsequent escalations and even possible direct armed conflict with Russia. According to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Russia is preparing direct 'hybrid' attacks on countries that support Ukraine. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) think tank is also warning that Russia is stepping up actions against critical infrastructure in Europe.