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NATO Initiates Mission to Secure Baltic Undersea Cables
NATO has announced a new mission to enhance the protection of undersea cables in the Baltic Sea region. This initiative, disclosed by the Secretary General during a meeting in Helsinki with leaders from several Baltic and Nordic nations, aims to safeguard vital infrastructure through a combination of advanced maritime assets.
The mission, named Baltic Sentry, will employ frigates, maritime patrol aircraft, and naval drones to bolster surveillance and deterrence efforts in the region. This development comes amidst growing concerns over the security of critical infrastructure following multiple incidents.
The Baltic Sea has been the site of significant infrastructure disruptions since early 2022. In September of that year, underwater explosions damaged key pipelines transporting gas to Europe. In another incident in October 2023, a Finnish-Estonian gas pipeline was damaged by a ship’s anchor. Most recently, a subsea cable was reported damaged in December 2023, leading to investigations involving detained vessels.
Undersea cables are crucial for global connectivity, facilitating over 95% of internet traffic and supporting trillions of dollars in daily financial transactions. NATO emphasized its commitment to defending this infrastructure, citing increasing threats such as cyberattacks, sabotage, and destabilization efforts.
The Secretary General reiterated NATO's resolve to respond to any attacks on its critical systems, warning adversaries of the alliance's unwavering stance. The Swedish Prime Minister also expressed concern about the rise in such incidents but urged caution in assigning responsibility.