Suspicious Maneuvers near Baltic Pipeline Raise Tensions
Polish officials observed a Russian fishing boat conducting suspicious activities near a gas pipeline off the town of Wladyslawowo. As NATO countries enhance protections for underwater infrastructure, fears of sabotage linger despite Russia denying involvement. A separate incident near the Szczecin port was also noted, escalating regional concerns.
Polish border guards reported a Russian fishing boat performing suspicious activities near a gas pipeline in Wladyslawowo's waters, raising sabotage concerns in the Baltic Sea.
The Baltic, bordered by eight NATO countries, has seen increased vigilance to safeguard underwater cables and pipelines after several suspected sabotage incidents. The West has accused Moscow, though Russia denies any wrongdoing.
On October 1, border authorities detected a Russian vessel conducting dubious maneuvers near a Petrobaltic pipeline. The incident prompted the skipper to leave the area after a radio alert. Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk and special services minister cited separate provocations, adding to regional tensions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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