NATO has initiated a new mission called 'Baltic Sentry' to enhance surveillance of ships in the Baltic Sea following damage to undersea cables. NATO chief Mark Rutte announced the mission at a summit in Helsinki, involving increased patrols and monitoring of Russia's 'shadow fleet'. Tensions with Russia have escalated since the invasion of Ukraine, raising concerns over infrastructure safety. Recent incidents of undersea damage have prompted discussions about potential hostile intent, although direct accusations against Russia have not been made. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)