Finnish Authorities Investigate Undersea Cable Damage

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Police in Finland arrested two ship crew members. They damaged an undersea cable between Finland and Estonia.

Police are investigating serious criminal damage to the cable. Two other crew members cannot leave the country.

The ship is named Fitburg and was traveling from Russia. Its 14 crew members come from four different countries.

The ship dragged its heavy anchor for many hours. It carried steel from Russia, which is a banned product.

These undersea cables are very important for Europe. There was a similar cable damage case in 2024.

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What did the police in Finland do?

They arrested two ship crew members.

What was damaged by the ship?

An undersea cable between Finland and Estonia.

What is the name of the ship?

The ship is named Fitburg.

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