Sweden investigates damaged Baltic Sea undersea cable

Swedish authorities are investigating a damaged undersea cable discovered in the Baltic Sea, which runs between Germany and Finland near Gotland. The Coast Guard has been deployed to assess the situation, and a preliminary investigation into potential sabotage has been initiated by local police. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson stated that all reports of infrastructure damage in the Baltic Sea are taken seriously, especially in light of recent incidents involving undersea cables. The European Commission announced enhanced protective measures for underwater cables, including stricter security requirements and improved monitoring capabilities, due to growing concerns about potential sabotage and espionage in the region. This incident follows previous damage to another undersea fiber-optic cable connecting Latvia to Gotland, with initial sabotage suspicions ruled out. The importance of safeguarding these cables is underscored by their critical role in intercontinental internet traffic and power supply integration among EU member states.