Summary: Recent submarine cable breaks in the Baltic Sea have raised concerns of Russian sabotage, but European officials suggest they are likely accidental, as investigations show no increase in faults proportional to maritime traffic. One vessel, the Eagle S, was implicated in the incidents but was eventually released, with investigations ongoing into the crew’s actions. Critics of the accident theory raise concerns about seamanship standards and the implications of attributing the incidents to negligence versus malice.
Affected: Baltic Sea submarine communications infrastructure
Keypoints :
- Officials have increased confidence that recent cable breaks were accidental, not sabotage by Russia.
- The ship Eagle S caused significant concern but was released after addressing maintenance issues.
- Experts underscore the need for better seamanship and operational standards to prevent future incidents.
Source: https://therecord.media/european-officials-baltic-sea-cable-breaks-accidental