Suspected Sabotage of Underwater Cables in the Baltic Sea Raises Tensions with Russia
Recent damage to the Estlink 2 underwater cable in the Baltic Sea has sparked investigations into possible sabotage, with Russian involvement suspected. Finnish authorities found a long drag mark on the seabed, linked to the tanker ‘Eagle S’, linked to Russia’s shadow fleet. This incident raises concerns over the security of critical infrastructure in a region already troubled by geopolitical tensions. The EU and NATO are now considering stronger measures to protect underwater cables, which are vital for data transmission and power supply.