Severing of Baltic Sea Cables Was ‘Sabotage,’ Germany Says

Published On Nov 19, 2024, 7:11 AM

Germany's defense minister announced that the severing of two undersea fiber-optic cables in the Baltic Sea is considered an act of sabotage. The cables connected Finland and Germany and another between Lithuania and Sweden, disrupting data transfers but not endangering internet security. The incident raises concerns of a potential hybrid war by Russia against European nations supporting Ukraine. The minister emphasized that the deliberate act is being viewed as a serious threat, although the identity of the perpetrators is still unknown.

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The incident underscores increasing geopolitical tensions in Europe, especially regarding cybersecurity and infrastructure security amid the ongoing conflict involving Russia and Ukraine. Companies involved in cybersecurity could see increased demand for their services as nations bolster their defenses against potential threats. Investing in cybersecurity firms may be a prudent strategy.

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