By Michael D. Carroll
Breaking News Editor
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte announced on Tuesday a new mission, dubbed Baltic Sentry, to safeguard undersea cables in the Baltic Sea region.
"It will involve a range of assets, including frigates and maritime patrol aircraft, among others, and will enhance our vigilance in the Baltic," Rutte said during a meeting in Helsinki with leaders of NATO countries bordering the Baltic Sea.
The mission will also deploy a small fleet of naval drones "to provide enhanced surveillance and deterrence," he added.
The initiative comes amid rising concerns over potential Russian activities following a series of incidents in the Baltic.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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