Was China Behind The Baltic Cable Attacks?

Denmark has confirmed that it's keeping a close eye on a Chinese cargo ship, the Yi Peng 3, which could be linked to the mysterious damage to two important undersea communication cables. The damage was so serious that countries like Germany, Finland, and Sweden are now investigating the incident, with some suggesting that it might have been an act of sabotage. But what exactly happened? Let's break it down.

The Chinese Ship: Suspicious Activity

The Yi Peng 3, a massive cargo vessel from China, was recently spotted in the Baltic Sea near the damaged cables. The timing is uncanny—this ship was in the area when both cables were severed. According to reports, the Yi Peng 3 was sailing through the region when the cables went down, and its unusual behavior has raised suspicions.

The Chinese bulk carrier Yi Peng 3 is anchored and monitored by a Danish naval patrol vessel (both vessels are seen in the photo at the top of this story) in the sea of Kattegat, on Nov. 20, 2024. Photo...

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