Finnish Minister Valtonen is participating in a meeting of the Council of the Baltic Sea States.

Latvian researchers are conducting long-term studies in Greenland to understand how climate change affects glaciers, noting that processes there can influence the Baltic Sea coast despite the distance.

Finnish and Swedish Social Democrats propose rotating troops in Gotland to strengthen Baltic Sea defense, with Finland's Antti Lindtman welcoming the idea of permanent Swedish troops in Lapland.

‘The expectation is high that a possible escalation will occur in the maritime domain,’ warns Vice Admiral Kaack

A photographer documented the rare and beautiful icy scenes along the Baltic Sea coast this winter, capturing its majesty for those who couldn't witness it firsthand.

The Gulf of Finland faces a heightened risk of oil spills this winter, as ice cover would complicate cleanup efforts and the presence of a 'shadow fleet' poses additional problems, threatening the sensitive Baltic Sea ecosystem.

Two individuals who became stranded on an ice floe in the Baltic Sea off Latvia were rescued by a ship crane after currents carried them several kilometers from the coast.

Last week, Russian icebreakers appeared in the Baltic Sea near Estonia. Among them were one of the world's largest nuclear-powered icebreakers "Sibir."

The Turkish amphibious assault ship Anadolu, currently participating in NATO military exercises in the Baltic Sea, will be deployed to the Alliance's eastern flank for deterrence purposes.

Finland is moving to outlaw the unauthorized possession and import of radio signal jammers, following a sharp increase in suspected GPS interference incidents, particularly around airports and in the Baltic Sea.

A Venezuelan-Like Oil Blockade Against Iran Could Enable The US To Divide-And-Rule RIC Authored by Andrew Korybko, The cascading consequences of such a blockade, which might not ultimately be imposed due it entailing a high risk of war with Iran, could simultaneously weaken Russia, India, and China. The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump 2.0 is considering imposing a Venezuelan-like oil blockade against Iran. It hasn’t yet done so due to concerns that Iran might attack the US’ regional military assets and/or seize its Gulf allies’ oil tankers, with either scenario destabilizing the global oil market and spiking the risk of war, so it might never ultimately happen. If the US were to successfully impose such a blockade, however, then it might be able to adroitly divide-and-rule Russia, India, and China (RIC). “The US Wants To Replicate The Venezuelan Model In Iran” by coercing Iran into subordinating itself and its energy industry to the US. The “Trump Doctrine”, which is shaped by Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby’s “Strategy of Denial”, seeks to deny strategic resources to the US’ rivals. Accordingly, it has an interest in cutting off China’s average import of 1.38 million barrels of Iranian oil per day last year, which could hit its economy hard if they’re not replaced (and that might be difficult). These exports could then be redirected to India, thus enabling India to more than replace its average import of 1 million barrels per day of Russian oil last month, with the revenue placed in an escrow account per the Venezuelan precedent for release to Iran if it cuts a nuclear and missile deal with the US. Through these means, India could zero out its import of Russian oil while raising the US’ role over its energy security exactly as Trump 2.0 wants, with the end result dealing incredible harm to RIC. Russia’s budgetary revenue from such sales would be reduced and could only realistically be replaced in part through more sales to China, though that might not be as easy as it sounds. The UK is preparing a campaign to seize Russia’s “shadow fleet” in the English Channel after being emboldened by the US’ seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker near its coast. If Russia doesn’t impose unacceptable costs on the UK, and it didn’t impose any on the US for doing this, then its Baltic Sea tankers might never reach China. Those from the Black Sea might not reach it either if the UK allies with Greece and Cyprus to cut off Russia’s “shadow fleet” from that vector too. Pipeline exports, which have limits to how much they can be scaled, would then be the only means for replacing part of Russia’s lost oil exports to India with China apart from relatively minimal tanker exports from the Far East. The resultant economic pressure on Russia and China might make them susceptible to lopsided deals with the US on Ukraine and trade. As for India, it already entered into a partially lopsided deal with the US as regards the informal quid pro quo of it agreeing to zero out its import of Russian oil in exchange for their trade deal, and the US’ growing influence over India’s energy security could curtail its hard-earned strategic autonomy. This might then be leveraged for coercing a reduction in India’s purchase of Chinese goods and services so as to place more pressure on the People’s Republic to agree to its own lopsided trade deal with the US. This worst-case scenario of the US’ dividing-and-ruling RIC can be averted by Iran deterring or breaking a US blockade on its oil in parallel with Russia doing the same with respect to any British one against its “shadow fleet”. These options require immense political will since they entail the potential cost of a hot war breaking out between Great Powers so it’s unclear whether they’ll be implemented, but likewise, so too might the US and UK ultimately back off from their possible blockades for the same reason. Tyler Durden Mon, 02/16/2026 - 20:05

French President Emmanuel Macron, who once declared NATO brain-dead, is now demonstrating France's commitment as a key pillar of the Alliance through the presence of French naval power in the Baltic Sea.

Ice coverage in the Baltic Sea is quickly receding as the temperature warms up, says Rivo Uiboupin, professor at the Institute of Marine Systems at TalTech

The Baltic Sea is facing numerous problems exacerbated by climate change, with experts predicting an increase in its 'dead zone' as the climate crisis deepens.

In an interview, former Canadian Liberal Party leader Michael Ignatieff expresses concern about Russia's submarine cable activities in the Baltic Sea posing a threat to Spain's unprotected coast and states there is no justification for a US war against Iran.

Baltic Sea countries are set to strengthen the monitoring of underwater cables and vessels to improve security and protection.

A Latvian ship successfully rescued two individuals who were found drifting on an ice floe in the Baltic Sea.

The crew of the icebreaker 'Varma' successfully rescued two individuals who were stranded on a drifting ice floe in the Baltic Sea during the night of February 22nd.

Last week, Russian icebreakers appeared in the Baltic Sea near Estonia. Among them were one of the world's largest nuclear-powered icebreakers "Sibir."

Baltic Sea nations are demonstrating how Europe can enhance its defense capabilities without relying on the US, particularly through joint patrols to protect undersea cables from Russian sabotage.

Finland is moving to outlaw the unauthorized possession and import of radio signal jammers following a sharp increase in GPS interference incidents, particularly around airports and in the Baltic Sea.

In a unique Valentine's Day celebration, Poles braved the icy waters of the Baltic Sea for a traditional cold plunge.

Russia's Baltic Fleet conducted exercises in the Baltic Sea during which two missiles were fired at an aerial target from the Pantsir-M air defense system aboard the corvette Burya, the fleet's press service said Tuesday.

Sweden confirmed that a drone neutralized near a French aircraft carrier in the Baltic Sea this week was Russian, leading to increased tension in the region.

Latvia's State Environmental Service reminds the public that fishing from boats and other floating vehicles is prohibited in all Latvian waters from March 1 to April 30 due to fish spawning, with the exception of the Baltic Sea.

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on February 26th, including Baltic Sea monitoring, youths detained after an Eskilstuna murder, prescription medication, and Karolinska Hospital's ranking.

Germany announced the reception of an Israeli-made Blue Whale underwater drone, intended for reconnaissance and detecting hybrid threats, following tests in the Baltic Sea.

Two individuals were rescued from a floating ice floe in the Baltic Sea near Latvia after becoming stranded during an evening walk.

The over 17-kilometer-long ice road between Saaremaa and Hiiumaa in the Baltic Sea has become a popular international tourist destination, attracting visitors from as far as Germany.

The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle and its escort group have begun a deployment to the North Atlantic and Baltic Sea, announced by the French Ministry of Defense amidst regional instability.

The plant is being built on Poland's northern Baltic Sea coast.

The Baltic Sea is experiencing its iciest conditions in years, posing a threat to Russia's commodity exports.