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The danger posed by these covert operations isn't limited to the potential sabotage of cables. Disrupting timing signals or other critical data flow could have ripple effects—distorting high-frequency trading, shutting down communications during crises, or disabling NATO's military coordination. The true threat lies in the possibility of a comprehensive attack on strategic nodes, which could cripple entire sectors of the European economy and security.
Western nations are reportedly enhancing their monitoring capabilities, but the unobstructed, quiet nature of undersea espionage makes preemptive action difficult. Boarding or intercepting an active spy ship risks escalation, further complicating responses.