Russia Eyes Baltic Sea Borders, Then Backtracks Amid Tensions

Baltic Sea nations, including Lithuania, Sweden, and Finland, have expressed concern over a reported Russian proposal to revise its maritime borders in the region, viewing it as a potential escalation. While Russia's Defense Ministry claims the changes are routine and based on outdated coordinates, regional leaders are wary of the implications, especially given the heightened tensions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The proposal was briefly published online but later removed, adding to the uncertainty.