Mysterious Divers in Mediterranean Sabotaging Russian Ships

mediterranean sea - Recent sabotage attacks on Russian ships in the Mediterranean Sea spark intrigue and suspicions.

Investigation into Sabotage Attacks

Italian newspaper La Repubblica delves into mysterious explosions in the region, pointing towards possible Nordstream saboteurs behind the attacks on Putin's ships.

Explosions and Incidents

Recent incidents include an explosion on the 245-meter-long oil tanker Seajewel in Savona's port, where divers allegedly attached a magnetic mine to the ship, causing a precise explosion on February 14. The vessel was suspected of aiding Russia in evading oil embargoes.

Another incident involved the sinking of Ursa Major off the coast of Spain in December 2024, carrying materials for a nuclear-powered icebreaker. The ship, owned by a Russian defense ministry subsidiary, was targeted with two explosives, leading to its sinking.

Suspicions and Speculations

Speculations arise about a well-trained underwater sabotage team operating in the Mediterranean, possibly linked to previous Nordstream pipeline attack suspects from 2022. The Italian newspaper suggests international support for such covert operations.

Continued Mysterious Incidents

Most recently, a fire broke out on the spy ship Kildin near Tartus, Syria, raising questions about the maintenance of old Russian vessels filled with espionage equipment. The newspaper raises concerns about the frequency of mishaps involving Russian ships in the region.

Allegations and Connections

The newspaper hints at a possible connection between the Nordstream attack suspects and the current Mediterranean sabotage incidents, highlighting Ukraine's skilled special forces trained by NATO for underwater operations.