Espionage
Russians spy on Norwegian coast under the guise of fishermen and tourists
In the border region of Kirkenes, the activity of Russian “civilians” is increasing, from crews of fishing vessels to people visiting as tourists.
Kremlin places Wagner operatives on tankers for espionage in EU waters, intelligence says
The Russian Federation is recruiting people with military backgrounds to its “shadow fleet” who spy on EU waters, monitor captains’ actions, and may be involved in sabotage.
Russian spy ship damaged after fire leaves Mediterranean Sea
A ship that spent two years spying on NATO countries’ underwater infrastructure has left the Mediterranean.
Russia installs spy sensors in UK seas
Russian spy sensors found in British waters could be part of Moscow’s campaign to spy on nuclear submarines.
The British fleet escorted Russian ships near its coasts due to suspicion of espionage
In response to the growing activity of the Russian Federation in European waters, Britain has intensified monitoring of suspicious vessels near its maritime borders.
Britain responded to Russian ship’s espionage in its waters
The Royal Navy has tracked the Russian vessel Yantar in British waters, raising serious concerns about possible sabotage by Russia.
Russian ship suspected of espionage off the coast of Portugal
Portuguese military suspects Russian research vessel of spying on the country’s underwater infrastructure.
Ireland “expelled” Russian reconnaissance ship that spied on underwater infrastructure
Russian reconnaissance ship has been diverted from critical cables in the Irish Sea.
A Russian whale who spied for the Russian Federation was found dead
A beluga whale named Khvaldimir, who was considered a trained whale of the Russian special services, was found dead off the coast of Norway.
The SBU detained a Russian agent who was spying on air defense positions on the Odesa coast
The collaborator acted under the guise of the head of a local company that employs sailors on fishing and commercial vessels.