Finland discovers sanctioned cargo on detained vessel

This was reported by ERR, as relayed by European Pravda.

As is known, the ship Fitburg was taken under control by Finnish authorities on Wednesday, 31 December, after damage to Elisa's communication cable was discovered.

According to Finnish customs, the investigation established the presence of sanctioned steel products in the ship's cargo. On the evening of 31 December, armed law enforcement officers were working at the port, unloading items from the ship. Access to the port was temporarily restricted.

As noted, during the inspection of the ship, law enforcement officers examined the captain's bridge and seized a large object. A rusty anchor was also spotted at the stern of the ship, which, according to preliminary data, could have damaged the communication cable.

The investigation is in its early stages. The police have not yet commented on the possible connection between the incident and the actions of other states.

Source: European Pravda