Poland Demands EU Sanctions On Ship Captains Damaging Baltic Cables

Poland has proposed European Union sanctions against ship captains responsible for damaging critical underwater infrastructure in the Baltic Sea.

A series of disruptions involving telecom cables, power lines, and gas pipelines in the region since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 has led to fears of possible sabotage.

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski stated that Poland, which currently holds the EU’s rotating presidency, wants this proposal included in the bloc’s upcoming 16th package of sanctions against Russia.

The initiative aims to deter future damage caused by vessels dragging their anchors to destroy essential undersea infrastructure.

Authorities have raised concerns over ships, often registered under flags of convenience in tax …

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