Baltic Sea Undersea Cables Severed Amid Sabotage Concerns
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An undersea telecommunications cable between Germany and Finland has been severed, raising concerns amid heightened tensions with Russia. The 1,170km C-Lion1 fibreoptic cable's rupture is being investigated, with suspicions of external interference. This incident follows recent damage to Baltic Sea pipelines, fueling fears of sabotage. Despite the break, internet traffic remains unaffected due to alternative routes. The situation underscores ongoing security threats in Europe, including hybrid warfare tactics.
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