In a significant maritime development, Russian icebreakers, notably the 'Sibir'—the world's largest nuclear icebreaker—have been spotted approaching Estonia's shores. This situation arises after export activities from Russia through the Gulf of Finland have encountered obstacles due to severe ice conditions, which are hampering the transportation of metal goods via the country’s northwest maritime ports. The presence of these vessels could indicate an escalation in shipping activity in the region, as they facilitate the opening of trade routes obstructed by ice.