NATO is undertaking a significant security measure to protect critical underwater infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, deploying around 10 ships to the region by the end of the week, according to a report by a Finnish newspaper.
The ships will monitor areas near power and data cables that are crucial for energy connections and international communications, with the aim of preventing sabotage and other potential actions that could endanger these structures.
The operation is a response to growing concerns over the security of underwater infrastructure, which has become a potential target for possible attacks, including those sponsored by other states or various violent groups.
NATO member states are worried about the possibility of sabotage acts that could damage or cause significant disruptions to energy and information flows, given the importance of these cables for energy supply and connectivity between nations.
The ships will remain in the region until April 2025 and will continuously monitor activities at sea, ensuring that any attempts to breach or damage this underwater infrastructure are promptly deterred.
This commitment is part of NATO’s broader efforts to ensure security in international waters, particularly during a period of heightened geopolitical tensions and increased threats to critical infrastructure.
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