Two leaks have been discovered on the gas pipelines Nord Stream 1 and 2 outside Bornholm.
A major operation is now underway in the area, where a Danish warship is participating, among other things.
Civilian ships have been banned from traveling near the site.
What has happened is still unclear, but there are suspicions that it is sabotage.
- We cannot imagine a scenario that does not involve a targeted attack.
Everything speaks against chance, says a German authority source with access to the investigation into the incident to the newspaper Tagesspiegel.
Both the Danish and Swedish governments have gathered for a crisis meeting.
During the evening, they will possibly meet for a joint meeting.