Rostelecom informed the Finnish authorities about damage to the Russian communications cable that runs through Finland’s economic zone. The repair of this undersea link is being negotiated between Rostelecom and Finnish authorities, as both sides work to assess the incident, determine responsibilities, and coordinate restoration plans for critical connectivity in the region.
At present, the Russian vessel Spasatel Karev is engaged in repair work at the affected site, located in the Baltic segment of the Gulf of Finland. This cable, known as the Baltika line, serves as a direct link between St. Petersburg and Kaliningrad, making the incident significant for regional communications, commercial traffic, and strategic resilience in northern Europe. The ongoing operations involve underwater inspection, cable recovery, and the potential deployment of specialized equipment to restore service while minimizing disruption to coastal communities and maritime shipping lanes.
Earlier, an anchor was found at the location associated with the damage to the Balticconnector gas pipeline. Finnish police indicated that the anchor belonged to a Chinese container ship that had been in proximity to the natural gas corridor when the incident occurred. Public images circulating online show a vessel with its left anchor missing, though authorities have not confirmed the photo’s authenticity. Law enforcement continues to assess whether the disruption was intentional, and investigators are taking into account the presence of a Russian vessel seen nearby as part of a broader set of investigative leads. The material from Newspapers.Ru discusses these developments and notes that this aspect of the inquiry remains under review as more evidence is gathered and verified in coordination with international partners.
A report emerging from the border and maritime surveillance channels indicates that a woman with restricted access and prior travel between Finland and Russia was found carrying ammunition components such as bullets and shell casings. The case is under official review, with investigators examining security gaps, potential smuggling routes, and the broader context of cross-border tensions that can affect critical infrastructure corridors. Officials emphasize the importance of accurate forensics and cross-border cooperation to determine whether the items pose an immediate risk or reflect unrelated, isolated activity. The evolving testimony and procedural steps are being documented as authorities seek to clarify any connection to the damage incidents and to ensure the safety of maritime routes and land-based facilities in the region (attribution: Newspapers.Ru).