"Russian spy" whale Hvaldimir found dead in Norway: Here's how this beluga whale became so famous

Hvaldimir, a beluga whale that garnered global attention in 2019 for its suspected role as a Russian spy, was recently found dead in southern Norway. Discovered with a harness linked to Russian origins, Hvaldimir’s mysterious past made him a symbol of intrigue and human-animal connection. Despite being well-acquainted with humans, his death remains unexplained. The whale’s story, which once captivated the world, now concludes on a somber note.