Submarine Cable Fault and Ship Seizure in Baltic
Finnish authorities seized cargo ship Fitburg off Porkkala.
Ship's anchor chain in Finland's EEZ, damage in Estonia's EEZ.
Authorities suspected aggravated criminal damage and telecom interference.
Border Guard intercepted ship with patrol vessel and helicopter.
Data rerouted via alternative cables as repairs await better weather.
Helsinki Police lead probe with cooperation from multiple agencies.
Ship flagged under Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, en route to Israel.
2 weeks ago