This information was reported by Glavpost, referencing politexpert.net.
The damage to the cable is preliminarily classified as an act of sabotage.
“We are conducting a thorough investigation, as this incident could represent a serious crime posing a threat to Sweden’s national security,” commented the press service of SÄPO.
The suspected vessel was arrested after being identified by Latvian military forces. SÄPO noted that the case is being investigated in close cooperation with the coast guard, armed forces, and police of Sweden.
As a reminder, the incident occurred on Sunday morning. An underwater fiber optic cable owned by the Latvian State Radio and Television Center was damaged. This caused temporary communication disruptions, but the prompt actions of specialists helped minimize the impact on users.
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