Feb 26 • 10:39 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Iltalehti

Media: Serious external threat to the Nordic electricity network

A serious external threat to the Nordic electricity infrastructure has prompted several authorities in the region to enter a state of alert.

Reports have emerged from Swedish media, specifically TV4, indicating that there is a serious external threat targeting the electricity infrastructure across all Nordic countries. This threat, linked to a foreign power, is considered significant and requires immediate attention. As a result, multiple authorities in the Nordic region have escalated their readiness and are taking steps to manage the potential risks involved.

Karin Styrenius, a spokesperson from Sweden's national police media center, has confirmed parts of the information released by TV4, indicating that they are aware of the situation and actively monitoring developments. The police are reportedly collaborating with relevant authorities to assess the threat and respond accordingly to ensure public safety and secure critical infrastructure.

The implications of such a threat could be extensive, affecting not just the energy supply in these countries, but also national security and public trust in governmental institutions to protect against external interference. As the situation develops, monitoring how authorities respond and contain this threat will be crucial for the stability of not just the Nordic region, but potentially neighboring areas as well.

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