Sabotage of Baltic Sea Data Cables Investigated

China has denied any involvement in the damage to two undersea telecom cables in the Baltic Sea, amid allegations of sabotage by several European nations, particularly concerning a Chinese vessel, Yi Peng 3, which was in the area during the incidents. The cables linking Finland to Germany and Sweden to Lithuania were cut within a day, prompting investigations by Swedish and Finnish authorities, with the latter's Bureau of Investigation confirming ongoing probes. Russia has dismissed claims of its involvement as 'absurd', labeling the accusations as unfounded and a continuation of anti-Russian narratives. European officials have expressed suspicions that Russia might be behind the attacks, suggesting a pattern of hybrid warfare aimed at disrupting critical infrastructure. Despite the heightened tensions and investigative efforts, no conclusive evidence has yet emerged linking any party to the sabotage. As investigations continue, the situation remains fluid, with geopolitical implications potentially affecting future relations in the region.