Unauthorized Submarines in Swedish Waters

Summary

In 1991, Swedish armed forces reported submarine incursions into their territorial waters, according to a report by General Bengt Gustafsson. Although these violations ceased in September, the data is inconclusive. Experts suggest they could be Soviet submarines or even American mini-submarines, as happened in 1984. Evidence includes acoustic recordings and damage to underwater cables, though some question if anchors or fishing nets caused them.

The report also mentions a film showing damage to an anti-submarine warning cable, attributed to an underwater vehicle. Despite doubts, the Swedish government plans to act more firmly if new incursions are detected. Defense Minister Anders Björk emphasized that violations of Swedish waters will not be tolerated, neither now nor in the future.