Finland’s national police have seized an oil tanker in Finnish waters, suspecting its involvement in the sabotage of crucial undersea cables connecting Finland and Estonia. The vessel, registered in the Cook Islands, was en route from St. Petersburg to Port Said when detained. Reports indicate that the tanker may be associated with Russia’s covert operations to bypass Western oil price caps instituted after the Ukraine conflict escalated in 2022.
Finland Detains Oil Tanker for Suspected Undersea Cable Sabotage
Finland Detains Oil Tanker for Suspected Undersea Cable Sabotage
Authorities in Finland investigate allegations of sabotage linked to a Russian-registered oil tanker
The police are probing the ship's connection to the recent disruption of the Estlink 2 submarine cable and four other damaged data cables, characterizing these actions as “aggravated vandalism.” The investigation comes amid rising tensions and security concerns in the region, with the shadow fleet's activities under scrutiny.
The ongoing investigation has also drawn attention to a recent fatal plane crash in Kazakhstan, supposedly linked to a Russian air defense system, although conflicting reports suggest it may have been caused by a bird strike.
As the situation develops, officials are urging vigilance and transparency regarding maritime activities in Finnish waters.
The ongoing investigation has also drawn attention to a recent fatal plane crash in Kazakhstan, supposedly linked to a Russian air defense system, although conflicting reports suggest it may have been caused by a bird strike.
As the situation develops, officials are urging vigilance and transparency regarding maritime activities in Finnish waters.
