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News in English (USA) / 02.01.2026 / 15:00

Finland Investigates Sabotage of Undersea Telecom Cable, Detains Ship and Crew

Finnish authorities have seized a cargo ship suspected of being involved in the sabotage of an undersea telecom cable in the Gulf of Finland, prompting a comprehensive investigation. The vessel, reportedly carrying EU-sanctioned Russian steel, was detained along with its crew, including two members arrested in connection with the damage. The European Union is monitoring the situation closely and has warned of sabotage risks to critical maritime infrastructure amidst rising tensions in the region. Officials are collaborating with various agencies to look into the incident, which has raised alarms about potential threats to the Baltic Sea communications network.
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