The European Union announced plans to impose new sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet following an incident in the Baltic Sea. The suspected vessel is part of this fleet, which poses threats to security, the environment, and contributes to Russia’s war budget.
In addition to sanctions, the EU is enhancing the protection of the bloc’s undersea cables. This decision comes after an incident in the Baltic Sea that highlighted the vulnerabilities of such critical infrastructure.
Efforts to safeguard undersea cables will be intensified through enhanced information exchange, deployment of new detection technologies, and bolstering undersea repair capabilities. International cooperation will also play a key role in ensuring the resilience and security of these vital communication pathways.
Recent incidents, such as the cutting of the EstLink2 energy cable in the Gulf of Finland, have underscored the importance of proactive measures to protect undersea cables. Investigations into the causes of such incidents are ongoing, while steps are being taken to prevent future disruptions.