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One of the critical arenas for espionage is Norway’s port facilities, especially the deep-water docks that accommodate Russian vessels. While many Russian boats are routine cargo ships or fishermen, authorities suspect some are involved in covert intelligence gathering. In the port, maritime authorities scrutinize the identities of Russian crews and monitor vessel movements closely. Although most Russian maritime activities do not arouse suspicion on the surface, experts indicate that behind the scenes, there is a persistent concern about espionage activities aimed at gathering military or strategic information.