China-Flagged Vessel Linked to Severed Undersea Cables in Baltic Sea
Sweden asks China to cooperate in investigating undersea cable damage linked to the Yi Peng 3 vessel.
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A Chinese bulk carrier, Yi Peng 3, is under scrutiny for potentially damaging two undersea cables in the Baltic Sea. Sweden requested China's cooperation for clarity on the incidents after evidence suggested the ship may have severed cables using an anchor. Investigations are ongoing, with German officials indicating possible sabotage. The situation has escalated tensions as leaders from Baltic nations discuss maritime security threats, labeling the region a high-risk zone. Both the Kremlin and Beijing deny involvement, while calls for inspecting the Yi Peng 3 continue amid concerns for critical communication infrastructure.
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