EU Parliament Condemns Russia's 'Shadow Fleet' Activities in the Baltic Sea
The European Parliament debated Russia's "shadow fleet" transporting oil, evading sanctions and potentially damaging underwater infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, prompting calls for stronger EU sanctions and increased NATO presence.
EU Parliament Condemns Russia's 'Shadow Fleet' Activities in the Baltic Sea
The European Parliament debated Russia's "shadow fleet" transporting oil, evading sanctions and potentially damaging underwater infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, prompting calls for stronger EU sanctions and increased NATO presence.
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60% Bias Score
Russian Military Targets French Plane Over Baltic Sea
A French Navy Atlantic 2 plane, carrying an AFP journalist, on a NATO surveillance mission over the Baltic Sea, was targeted by Russian fire-control radar and experienced jamming; this follows suspected Russian sabotage of undersea cables.
Russian Military Targets French Plane Over Baltic Sea
A French Navy Atlantic 2 plane, carrying an AFP journalist, on a NATO surveillance mission over the Baltic Sea, was targeted by Russian fire-control radar and experienced jamming; this follows suspected Russian sabotage of undersea cables.
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48% Bias Score
NATO Launches Operation Baltic Sentry After Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage
NATO launched Operation Baltic Sentry in response to suspected sabotage of underwater cables in the Baltic Sea, involving suspected Russian actors and focusing on enhanced naval presence and new technologies for better surveillance and deterrence.
NATO Launches Operation Baltic Sentry After Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage
NATO launched Operation Baltic Sentry in response to suspected sabotage of underwater cables in the Baltic Sea, involving suspected Russian actors and focusing on enhanced naval presence and new technologies for better surveillance and deterrence.
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48% Bias Score
Patrushev Threatens Ukraine's Existence, Warns Moldova, Demands Territorial Concessions
Russia's Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev warned that Ukraine might cease to exist as a state this year, and that Moldova might be annexed or cease to exist, while also demanding that Russia retain Crimea and four other annexed Ukrainian regions in any peace deal; Sweden is concerned abo...
Patrushev Threatens Ukraine's Existence, Warns Moldova, Demands Territorial Concessions
Russia's Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev warned that Ukraine might cease to exist as a state this year, and that Moldova might be annexed or cease to exist, while also demanding that Russia retain Crimea and four other annexed Ukrainian regions in any peace deal; Sweden is concerned abo...
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40% Bias Score
NATO Strengthens Baltic Sea Security Amidst Infrastructure Sabotage
NATO is increasing its military presence and technological innovation in the Baltic Sea to protect critical infrastructure from sabotage following recent damage to undersea cables and pipelines, with Russia suspected as the perpetrator.
NATO Strengthens Baltic Sea Security Amidst Infrastructure Sabotage
NATO is increasing its military presence and technological innovation in the Baltic Sea to protect critical infrastructure from sabotage following recent damage to undersea cables and pipelines, with Russia suspected as the perpetrator.
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48% Bias Score
NATO Strengthens Baltic Sea Patrols to Counter Cable Sabotage
NATO launches "Baltic Sentry," a mission involving naval and air patrols, underwater drones, and intelligence efforts to protect Baltic Sea undersea cables from further sabotage, following several incidents blamed on Russia.
NATO Strengthens Baltic Sea Patrols to Counter Cable Sabotage
NATO launches "Baltic Sentry," a mission involving naval and air patrols, underwater drones, and intelligence efforts to protect Baltic Sea undersea cables from further sabotage, following several incidents blamed on Russia.
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48% Bias Score
Tanker Failures Highlight Panama's 'Flag of Convenience' Issue
Two tankers, Eventin and Jazz, carrying Russian oil, experienced mechanical failures in the Baltic Sea; both are registered in Panama, a 'flag of convenience' state known for its lax regulations, highlighting safety concerns and regulatory challenges.
Tanker Failures Highlight Panama's 'Flag of Convenience' Issue
Two tankers, Eventin and Jazz, carrying Russian oil, experienced mechanical failures in the Baltic Sea; both are registered in Panama, a 'flag of convenience' state known for its lax regulations, highlighting safety concerns and regulatory challenges.
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44% Bias Score
Russian Military Targets French Aircraft in Baltic Sea
A French Navy aircraft on a NATO mission in the Baltic Sea was targeted by the Russian military on January 17th, using radar systems to illuminate the aircraft. The action was considered an unacceptable act of intimidation by French officials and occurred while the aircraft was monitoring damaged un...
Russian Military Targets French Aircraft in Baltic Sea
A French Navy aircraft on a NATO mission in the Baltic Sea was targeted by the Russian military on January 17th, using radar systems to illuminate the aircraft. The action was considered an unacceptable act of intimidation by French officials and occurred while the aircraft was monitoring damaged un...
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52% Bias Score
Finland's Cable Attack Spurs Europe to Bolster Defenses
Finland seized an oil tanker suspected of damaging undersea communication cables on Christmas Day, prompting President Stubb to declare an end to Europe's period of peace and emphasizing the need for increased defense measures against Russia and China in the Baltic region.
Finland's Cable Attack Spurs Europe to Bolster Defenses
Finland seized an oil tanker suspected of damaging undersea communication cables on Christmas Day, prompting President Stubb to declare an end to Europe's period of peace and emphasizing the need for increased defense measures against Russia and China in the Baltic region.
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52% Bias Score
German Authorities Halt Oil Tanker "Eventin" Amidst EU Sanctions Investigation
The German authorities have halted the "Eventin", a 274-meter oil tanker that had a complete system failure off Rügen Island last week, pending technical and customs investigations to determine seaworthiness and compliance with EU sanctions on Russian oil.
German Authorities Halt Oil Tanker "Eventin" Amidst EU Sanctions Investigation
The German authorities have halted the "Eventin", a 274-meter oil tanker that had a complete system failure off Rügen Island last week, pending technical and customs investigations to determine seaworthiness and compliance with EU sanctions on Russian oil.
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32% Bias Score
Germany to Protect Baltic Sea Infrastructure with Naval Deployments
Germany will deploy its own ships to protect Baltic Sea infrastructure following suspected sabotage attacks on pipelines and cables, joining NATO efforts to monitor the region and deter further incidents.
Germany to Protect Baltic Sea Infrastructure with Naval Deployments
Germany will deploy its own ships to protect Baltic Sea infrastructure following suspected sabotage attacks on pipelines and cables, joining NATO efforts to monitor the region and deter further incidents.
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44% Bias Score
Sweden Heightens Alert Amidst Baltic Sea Hybrid Attacks
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson declared Sweden is not at war but neither at peace due to hybrid attacks, including damaged undersea cables in the Baltic Sea, prompting increased defense spending and NATO cooperation.
Sweden Heightens Alert Amidst Baltic Sea Hybrid Attacks
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson declared Sweden is not at war but neither at peace due to hybrid attacks, including damaged undersea cables in the Baltic Sea, prompting increased defense spending and NATO cooperation.
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36% Bias Score