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While Swedish military officials deem an immediate attack on Gotland unlikely, preparations for potential escalation continue unabated. Local authorities are checking the state of underground shelters, remnants of Cold War defenses, ensuring they are ready to withstand various threats, including chemical attacks.
Incidents of underwater sabotage targeting vital sub-sea cables in the Baltic Sea have heightened concerns about security in these waters. NATO has responded by increasing patrols and surveillance, further underscoring the intensity of current tensions.