The Spy Whale's Quest for Love and Danger in Sweden

Hvaldimir, a beluga whale suspected of being a Russian spy, has been spotted off the coast of Sweden after rapidly making his way south from northern Norway. Marine biologists believe that Hvaldimir's hormones could be driving him to search for a mate, but he could also just be looking for other belugas regardless of their gender. However, Hvaldimir is traveling in the wrong direction and is quickly moving away from his natural environment. OneWhale, a Norwegian non-profit organization, is seeking permission from Swedish authorities to catch Hvaldimir and transport him to a fjord in Norway, which can be turned into a refuge for the whale to spend the rest of his days in peace.
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