The head of the UK’s intelligence agency GCHQ is warning that Russia is “relentlessly targeting” critical infrastructure and democratic institutions in the UK and across Europe. The warning comes ahead of a planned statement on Wednesday in which she outlines the main threats facing the UK and the actions she believes are needed in response. According to the reports, the focus is on Russia’s alleged efforts to disrupt essential services and undermine democracy, not only within the UK but also in other European countries. The statement is presented as part of GCHQ’s broader role in identifying hostile activity and advising on national security measures. Both outlets describe the remarks as a public assessment of the current threat environment and a call to address vulnerabilities that could be exploited. The reports do not provide new operational details or specific incidents, but they agree on the overall message: Russia’s activities are ongoing, and the UK must take steps to counter risks to infrastructure and democratic processes.