Sweden Criticizes China For Blocking Probe Of Cable Damage

Sweden accused China of hindering an investigation into the Chinese ship Yi Peng 3, suspected of severing two Baltic Sea telecom cables in Swedish waters, Agence France-Presse (AFP) reported.

The cables were damaged on Nov. 17 and 18 near where the Yi Peng 3 was tracked. Swedish prosecutors sought access to the ship, but Beijing denied the request. I Photo: Alf van Beem, Wikimedia Commons

The cables were damaged on Nov. 17 and 18 near where the Yi Peng 3 was tracked. Swedish prosecutors sought access to the ship, but Beijing denied the request.

Despite pledges of cooperation, China's Foreign Ministry stated the ship had left to safeguard the crew's well-being, claiming prior notification to relevant nations. The incident has intensified tensions, with Sweden urging China to uphold its commitment to transparency.