On November 20th, 2024, critical internet cables in the Baltic Sea near the Danish island of Bornholm were damaged, resulting in connectivity outages in the Baltic states and parts of Scandinavia. In response, the Danish Navy began closely shadowing a Chinese cargo ship operating in the vicinity, raising suspicions of possible intentional sabotage though no official confirmation was released. The Danish Defence Ministry publicly stated that increased naval presence aimed to ensure maritime security and monitor the suspicious vessel. This event amplified geopolitical tensions in the region due to the strategic importance of undersea cables for communication and data flow. The incident is under ongoing investigation as officials consider the possible implications of hostile actions targeting infrastructure.
Category: Energy & Infrastructure Attacks
Subcategory: Critical Infrastructure Sabotage
Incident Type: Undersea cables
Country: Denmark
Source report: www.twz.com/news-feat…
