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Poland Checks Baltic for Explosives as Tensions Continue Over Shadow Fleet

On May 22, Poland sent its Navy hydrographic vessel ORP Heweliusz to inspect a Russian shadow fleet tanker seen near a key undersea power cable in the Baltic Sea.
The inspection followed concerns about the shadow fleet’s activities supporting Russia’s oil trade and increased EU sanctions after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
The undersea cable connects Karlshamn in Sweden and Ustka in Poland, has a 600-megawatt capacity, and is vital for cross-border electricity supply, raising sabotage fears.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk confirmed that inquiries are ongoing to determine if any explosive devices were placed, and he commended the discreet and effective actions that prevented the ship from causing damage.
Poland continues its investigation with ORP Heweliusz at sea, while Estonia and Baltic nations maintain vigilance over shadow fleet threats to maritime and infrastructure security.

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Poland Checks Baltic for Explosives as Tensions Continue Over Shadow Fleet

The governments of Poland and Estonia continue to highlight the dangers in the Baltic coming from the shadow fleet and asserting their rights to inspe...

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Poland Checks For Explosives Near Baltic Sea Cable After Russian Ship Encounter

The cable, which has a capacity of 600 megawatts, runs between Karlshamn on the Swedish coast and Ustka in northern Poland.

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