Abroad

Poland extends investigation into construction of canal bypassing Russia until April
The investigation into corruption in the construction of the Vistula Spit has been extended until April 17, 2025.

Netherlands tightens security measures in North Sea due to threats from Russia
The Dutch government will involve private companies in strengthening security in the North Sea amid a possible sabotage in the Baltic Sea on the eve.

Sweden investigates involvement of Chinese ship in sabotage in the Baltic Sea
Swedish prosecutors are investigating the possible involvement of a Chinese ship in the damage to cables in the Baltic Sea.

The largest center for “shadow transshipment” of oil to circumvent sanctions was discovered near Malaysia
In the South China Sea, 60 km off the coast of Malaysia, is the world’s largest “shadow” oil transshipment center.

The captain of the Chinese ship suspected of damaging underwater cables turned out to be a Russian
The Danish Navy has detained the Chinese bulk carrier “Yi Peng 3”, suspected of damaging telecommunications cables in the Baltic Sea.

Before the sabotage, a Chinese ship was spotted near NATO’s submarine cables: it came from Russia
Shortly before the sabotage of two NATO submarine cables in the Baltic Sea, a Chinese ship was spotted near critical facilities.

Iran’s ports hit by EU sanctions over Russian military aid
The EU has imposed sanctions on the Iranian ports of Amirabad and Bandar-e-Anzali on the shores of the Caspian Sea.

Russian ships have increased activity near the coast of Portugal
At least one spy ship, as well as other Russian warships, have recently passed through Portuguese waters.

France imports record volumes of Russian LNG: German company helps
France imported 5.34 million tons of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the first 10 months of 2024.

Two NATO submarine cables damaged in the Baltic Sea
Two submarine cables between four NATO countries have been damaged in the Baltic Sea.