Finland has detained the oil tanker Eagle S, which the Finnish police believe caused damage to cables in the Baltic Sea, after it was declared unseaworthy during a Finnish inspection.
A lost anchor has been recovered on the seabed of the Baltic Sea as part of the investigation into suspected sabotage of electricity and internet cables.
The Danish police are investigating reports of an unknown group of drones spotted in the air above the port of Køge.
The Finnish police have published photos of the oil tanker Eagle S, which is suspected of causing a recent cable break in the Baltic Sea.
The damage to energy and communication cables under the Baltic Sea has intensified discussions of 'hybrid warfare' in the region.
The Estonian military has launched a naval operation to protect the undersea power cable Estlink 1 in response to the damage of another undersea electricity cable between Estonia and Finland.
Estlink 2, a power connection between Finland and Estonia, experienced a sudden outage on Christmas Day. Authorities suspect sabotage by a Russian oil tanker.
A submarine electric cable connecting Finland and Estonia under the Baltic Sea has unexpectedly failed sparking an investigation. Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo assures that the incident has no adverse effects on Finland's power supply.
The Swedish police boarded the Chinese ship Yi Peng 3, suspected of sabotaging communication cables in the Baltic Sea. Representatives from Germany, Finland, and China are also conducting an investigation on the ship, which has been stationary for a month in the Kattegat area.
Experts warn that triggering Article 5 of the NATO charter is becoming more likely as Russia escalates its hybrid war with the West.
Sixteen EU countries have asked the European Commission to come up with a new proposal in the coming months for taxing tobacco products in the EU, including electronic cigarettes and vapes.
A veertigtal heads of state and government officials, including Donald Trump and Volodimir Zelenski, are set to attend the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, which was devastated by a fire in April 2019.
An incident occurred on the Baltic Sea between a Russian ship and a helicopter belonging to the German military. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock briefly mentioned the incident at a NATO meeting in Brussels, highlighting concerns over ships involved in bypassing sanctions imposed on Russia in the Baltic Sea. Baerbock announced increased patrols in the region and tighter surveillance on underwater cables and pipelines following recent damage to two data cables in the area, potentially due to sabotage.
Recent cable breaks in Finland have raised concerns, with one cable intentionally damaged near Helsinki and investigations ongoing for another break. The Finnish government is closely monitoring the situation, with authorities cooperating with Sweden. This incident comes after previous disruptions in the Nordic region, highlighting the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.
A provider in Finland reported a damaged internet cable, with the Finnish police suspecting a crime. The cable, connecting Finland and Sweden, experienced damage causing a major outage in Finland.
China has stated that it is 'willing to cooperate' in the investigation of the undersea cable break in the Baltic Sea, which damaged data cables between Sweden and Lithuania and between Helsinki and Rostock.
The recent crash of a DHL cargo plane in Vilnius, which resulted in the death of the pilot and injuries to crew members, has led to speculation regarding possible sabotage or technical failure.
Russia has reportedly launched an intercontinental ballistic missile towards Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict
President Biden has made the decision to supply Ukraine with a large quantity of antipersonnel mines in an effort to bolster the country's defenses against Russian aggression. This move comes as tensions continue to rise in the region.
Sweden and Finland warn their citizens about the possibility of war on their territories and provide guidance on how to prepare for different crises.
Sweden has started sending out brochures to its citizens, while Finland launches a website with similar advice, urging people to prepare for a potential war.
Germany and Finland have launched an investigation after an undersea data cable between the countries was damaged, warning about the dangers of 'hybrid warfare' amidst heightened tensions with Russia.
Construction of the multi-billion dollar new Iron Curtain has begun in Poland. The fortress will include layers of defenses such as steel walls, razor wire, tank ditches, and minefields to secure NATO's eastern flank.
Germany, once a powerhouse in Europe, is facing a myriad of challenges that are impacting its economy, social fabric, and political landscape. This article delves into the various issues plaguing the country.
Polish authorities have arrested four suspects accused of sending hidden explosives in DHL shipments to Europe and the US on behalf of a foreign secret service.
NATO Chief Rutte issued a warning during his visit to Germany, stressing that the frontline in Ukraine is shifting towards Western Europe. He also called on allies to increase defense spending.
The Finnish Coast Guard reports that satellite navigation in the Baltic Sea has been increasingly disrupted since April. Ships are getting lost at sea, prompting interventions to prevent them from approaching islands or shallow waters.
European countries are ramping up preparations for a potential war scenario with Russia, focusing on defense measures, intelligence services, and emergency kits. Finland's readiness stands out, with a high number of reservists and shelters.
China has resumed its 'panda diplomacy' by sending two pandas to Washington, D.C. The pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao, both three years old, are expected to improve diplomatic relations between the two countries.
German intelligence services have raised alarms in Berlin about the threat posed by Russia, with a focus on NATO's vulnerability and defensive capacity.
