Finland Captured Russian Vessel Suspected of Damaging Undersea Cable.

According to ТСН: The Finnish Border Guard has released a video of the operation during which the cargo ship Fitburg, sailing from the port of Saint Petersburg, was detained. The vessel is suspected of damaging an undersea cable in the Baltic Sea.

The video appeared on the Facebook page of the border guards. They reported that the detention occurred due to suspicions of damaging the telecommunications operator Elisa's cable, which connects Helsinki and Tallinn.

Operation Details

The footage shows armed special forces descending onto the ship from a helicopter and taking control of it. This operation involved special forces units, two helicopters from the Finnish Border Guard, and an NH-90 helicopter from the country’s armed forces.

The border guards clarified that the suspicious vessel was escorted to a safe harbor.

"The Finnish Border Guard continues to support the police's underwater investigation by providing specialized knowledge and equipment. We are responsible for monitoring the marine area and protecting critical undersea infrastructure in cooperation with other authorities," the agency stated.

This operation is an important part of Finland's efforts to ensure the safety of the country's underwater infrastructure. Damaging cables that provide communication between states can have serious consequences, which is why the border guards are taking all necessary measures to investigate and prevent similar incidents in the future. Following the vessel's detention, Finland continues to monitor the situation to ensure the protection of its interests in the waters of the Baltic Sea.