EU Leaders Address Baltic Sea Security Risks

Concerns are growing over repeated incidents of damage to undersea cables and infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, with EU officials suggesting these may not be accidental. Henna Virkkunen, the EU's new digital chief, emphasized the frequency of these incidents during an interview, indicating a potential deliberate campaign against European interests. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz echoed these sentiments, highlighting the need for increased surveillance and preventive measures. With NATO leaders gathering in Helsinki to discuss responses to these threats, there are allegations that Russia may be involved, marking an escalation in hybrid warfare tactics. Authorities are investigating ships suspected of causing damage, and discussions are underway to strengthen regional defenses against such incidents. Experts warn that Europe must prepare for a range of hybrid threats as tensions persist in the region.