Two data cables in the Baltic Sea were severed on Sunday and Monday
Investigation focuses on Chinese vessel Yi Peng 3's movements
Ship traveled from Russian port Ust-Luga toward Egypt's Port Said
Vessel passed near both damaged cables during incident timeframe
INVESTIGATION DETAILS:
Swedish authorities leading probe into possible Chinese vessel involvement
Danish navy tracked the ship after incidents
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius suggests likely sabotage
similar incident occurred in 2023 with another Chinese vessel (the new Polar Bear)
SHIP & COMPANY INFORMATION:
Yi Peng 3 owned by Ningbo Yipeng Shipping
Company based near Ningbo, China
Company representative confirmed government requested cooperation
Chinese embassy in Stockholm claims no information on issue
INTERNATIONAL RESPONSE:
Germany, Sweden, Finland, and Lithuania expressed "deep concern"
US State Department "incredibly concerned about hybrid warfare"
Finnish officials urge caution against rushed conclusions
EU considering potential sanctions for critical infrastructure sabotage
CONTEXT:
Incident occurs amid rising tensions over potential sabotage acts in Europe
US has accused China of supporting Russia's military efforts in Ukraine
Growing concerns about hybrid warfare activities in European waters