Finland probes Russian shadow fleet involvement in new Baltic cable break

A preliminary investigation into “a serious regulatory offence” has been launched and the cargo will be detained, added Rakshit.

The European Commission described the incident as “the latest in a series of suspected attacks on critical infrastructure.”

“The suspected vessel is part of Russia’s shadow fleet, which threatens security and the environment, while funding Russia’s war budget. We will propose further measures, including sanctions, to target this fleet,” the Commission said.

Robin Lardot, head of the Finnish National Criminal Police, said authorities have registered a criminal report for aggravated vandalism, and will need to thoroughly investigate the seabed.

According to them, the investigation is still in early stages. A prosecutor has been appointed to the case.

Lloyd’s List, British publication analyzing maritime traffic, has categorized Eagle S as part of Russia’s shadow fleet.