Alleged Russian spy whale resurfaces in Sweden
TL;DR
Hvaldimir, a beluga whale believed to be a former Russian spy, has been spotted in Swedish waters after spending the past few years in Norway. The whale, who has become a local celebrity, is known for seeking human interaction and has raised concerns about his safety in more populated areas. Wildlife conservation group OneWhale is advocating for his rehabilitation and release into the wild, while authorities in Norway and Sweden have expressed opposition to putting him in captivity.
- Hvaldimir, alleged Russian spy whale, spotted in Sweden The Washington Post
- Harness-wearing beluga whale and rumored Russian spy pops up in Sweden Business Insider
- Russian 'spy' whale surfaces in Sweden Yahoo News
- Suspected Russia-trained spy whale reappears off Sweden’s coast The Guardian
- Beluga whale spotted off the Swedish coast previously accused of spying for Russia Euronews
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