Sunk Russian Ship Carried Nuclear Reactors to North Korea: Spain's Investigation.

According to ТСН: The mysterious sinking of the Russian cargo ship 'Ursa Major' near Cartagena has triggered numerous conspiracy theories related to the war in Ukraine and the global struggle for influence. An investigation by Spanish authorities revealed that the ship was actually carrying two nuclear reactors intended for North Korea.

According to LA VERDAD, the incident was the result of three explosions in the engine room, initially believed to be a terrorist act. However, further investigation revealed that the cargo consisted of the casings of two VM-4SG nuclear reactors with cooling systems and other components necessary for their operation.

Events Before the Sinking

On December 21, the maritime control center in Almeria recorded suspicious maneuvers of the 'Ursa Major' vessel. The next day, the ship's speed drastically decreased, and its course changed without apparent reason, raising concerns among the dispatchers. The ship was carrying 380 tons of fuel oil and diesel, 129 empty containers, parts for an icebreaker, and two undeclared containers that turned out to be reactors.

It is believed that the incident may have occurred due to a submarine from a Western country attempting to prevent the secret delivery of nuclear reactors to North Korea. The Russian armed forces tried to destroy evidence, but traces helped Spanish investigators establish the official version of events.

Rescue Operation

The captain of the Spanish ship, Oscar Villar, adhering to international law, organized a rescue operation involving the tug 'Clara Campoamor', the high-speed boat 'Salvamar Draco', and helicopter Helimer 205. Rescuers discovered that the ship had tilted significantly to starboard. 14 crew members were rescued, while two went missing.

The Russian side attempted to take control of the rescue operation, citing the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and criticizing Spain for 'inspecting' the ship.

Possible Cause of the Sinking

According to the hull damages, the sinking could have been caused by a supercavitating torpedo, whose armor-piercing warhead does not require explosives to sink the ship. Such weapons are possessed by Russia, China, and some NATO countries.

The nuclear reactors being transported were intended for the Rasun port in North Korea, near the Russian border and Vladivostok. The transport of heavy components required special cranes, explaining the unusually long route through the Mediterranean Sea.

The investigation revealed that this incident connects several parties, secret cargoes, and geopolitical interests. Despite the sinking of the 'Ursa Major', many questions remain regarding the details of the cargo and operations, which have yet to receive answers.

This case has become an important narrative not only for international relations but also for security in the region. The incident demonstrates the complexity of the situation on the world stage, where state interests, technological ambitions, and covert operations intertwine. Further investigation may shed light on the causes and consequences of this sinking, as well as possible future actions by the international community.