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News in English (USA) / 21.02.2025 / 18:00

Investigation Underway as Sweden Probes Recent Sabotage of Undersea Cables

Sweden is currently investigating a series of suspected sabotage incidents affecting undersea telecoms cables in the Baltic Sea. The recent damage to multiple cables has raised serious security concerns, prompting both Sweden and Finland to conduct thorough probes. The Swedish Prime Minister noted the unusual frequency of these cable breaches, suggesting that such incidents are unlikely to be random. In response to the escalating situation, the European Union has pledged nearly a billion euros to enhance the security of undersea infrastructure throughout the Baltic and Mediterranean regions. As tensions rise, EU officials are discussing the development of a cable-laying fleet and emergency repair vessels to mitigate future disruptions. The situation highlights the potential vulnerabilities of global digital connectivity, particularly in light of geopolitical tensions.
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