17 Dec 2024
23m

Can NATO protect the Baltic Sea?

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The Inquiry

In this episode of The Inquiry, the focus is on the fragility of undersea infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, sparked by a recent event where two communication cables were cut, potentially by a Chinese vessel acting on Russia's behalf. Experts delve into the geopolitical importance of the Baltic region, the complexities involved in identifying those responsible for such attacks—often seen as part of "grey zone" warfare—and NATO's struggles to respond effectively to these hybrid threats. The conversation underscores the growing dangers of sabotage and its psychological effects on regional stability, highlighting the urgent need for better detection and deterrent measures.

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