NATO launches new Baltic Sea mission to protect undersea cables

NATO deploys forces to Baltic Sea countering undersea cable sabotage

NATO launched “Baltic Sentry,” an operation to protect critical infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, following incidents of damage to undersea cables and pipelines. The alliance is deploying frigates, patrol aircraft and naval drones, with measures that could include boarding or impounding ships suspected of endangering infrastructure. The operation is part of NATO’s response to rising sabotage concerns after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Finland r…

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NATO Announces New Mission to Protect Undersea Cables in Baltic Sea Region

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. NATO is launching a new mission to protect undersea cables in the Baltic Sea region, the alliance's leader said on Tuesday. World News | NATO Announces New Mission to Protect Undersea Cables in Baltic Sea Region.

Secretary General Mark Rutte announces action with underwater drones to protect cables in the region after sabotage related to the Ukraine-Russia conflict

The North Atlantic Alliance warns that more should be done to secure its most important infrastructure.