Undersea Cable Cut: EU Alarmed by Baltic Infrastructure "Attack"

A critical undersea data cable between Finland and Estonia has been damaged. The European Union is now investigating the incident as a possible deliberate attack. EU Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson stated the damage to the Balticconnector cable is a "reminder of the vulnerability" of Europe's essential systems. She confirmed the EU is working closely with Finland and Estonia. The incident has heightened security concerns. European Council President Charles Michel called it part of a "hybrid war," a term for tactics that blend sabotage and cyber-attacks without open warfare. In response, EU leaders have ordered a full report on the security of all critical undersea infrastructure. This includes pipelines and communication cables. The goal is to develop stronger EU-wide protection measures. The damage has disrupted telecommunications. Finnish authorities confirm the cable is severed but are restoring service through other routes. The cause remains under active investigation.