The aircraft had taken off from Brittany for a surveillance mission in response to recent sabotage of submarine cables, of which Russia is suspected.
A jamming attempt in mid-flight
During this mission, the French plane was subjected to a jamming attempt and a designation by a fire control radar, an action described as “aggressive” by the army general staff. This type of incident, although common in this region, shows the hostility of Russia, which sought to intimidate without provoking escalation. The French crew, however, maintained their composure and continued the mission.
Tensions around submarine cables
For several months, submarine cables in the Baltic Sea have been damaged, and acts of “hybrid warfare” are suspected. A Russian oil tanker, the Eagle S, is under investigation for its alleged involvement. The incident illustrates growing tensions in the region, where suspicious activities at sea are closely monitored by NATO forces.
