Tag: Shadow Fleet
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Putin accuses France of piracy after tanker seizure
Putin accuses France of piracy after tanker seizure In a public address from the Black Sea resort city of Sochi, Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned France for what he described as piracy after its military reportedly halted a tanker believed to be connected to Russia’s shadow fleet. He insisted the seizure occurred in neutral waters…
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Putin accuses France of piracy over tanker arrest
Putin accuses France of piracy over tanker arrest In a statement from the Black Sea resort city of Sochi, Russian President Vladimir Putin accused France of piracy after Paris’s military reportedly halted a tanker believed to be connected to Russia’s shadow fleet. Putin argued that the seizure took place in neutral waters with no justification,…
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Two Detained on Russian ‘Shadow’ Tanker Linked to Drone Flights
Arrests and Preliminary Investigation Two individuals have been detained in Brest, France, in connection with a tanker suspected of ties to Russia’s so-called shadow fleet. French prosecutors, led by Stéphane Kellenberger, indicated that the detainees presented themselves as the ship’s captain and helmsman. The preliminary phase of the inquiry centers on questions about the vessel’s…
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Two Arrested in Shadow Fleet Tanker Case
What happened Two individuals were arrested in Brest, France, as part of an investigation into a tanker suspected of ties to Russia’s so‑called “shadow fleet.” Prosecutor Stéphane Kellenberger told AFP on Wednesday that the suspects presented themselves as the ship’s captain and chief mate. The preliminary inquiry is focused on questions about the vessel’s nationality…
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Two Detained Over Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tanker Linked to Drone Probes
Detention in Brest: who was arrested and why Two individuals were taken into custody in the port city of Brest, France, on Wednesday, according to prosecutor Stéphane Kellenberger. They presented themselves as the ship’s captain and chief mate, the prosecutor said, and the arrest follows a broader investigation into a tanker linked to Russia’s sanctioned…
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Zelenskiy: Russia’s Shadow Fleet Bases Drones Across Europe
Introduction: Zelenskiy’s claim and the broader context In a recent public address, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukrainian intelligence has evidence that Russia is leveraging its aging fleet of oil tankers—dubbed a “shadow fleet”—not only to evade Western sanctions and move oil, but also as platforms to launch drones aimed at European cities. Zelenskiy described…
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UK Imposes New Sanctions on Russia’s Shadow Fleet and Military Supplies
Introduction to the New Sanctions On September 12, the United Kingdom implemented a new set of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia’s military capabilities and economic revenues. These sanctions come as part of a broader strategy to counteract the ongoing aggression and military actions taken by Russia, particularly in light of its conflict with Ukraine. The…
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Britain Targets Russia’s Shadow Fleet with New Sanctions
Introduction On September 12, 2023, Britain took significant steps to tighten its grip on Russia’s military capabilities by introducing new sanctions targeting what has been referred to as the “shadow fleet.” These measures aim to disrupt the flow of military supplies and financial resources that bolster Russia’s ongoing military operations. The Role of the “Shadow…
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EU Sanctions Against Russia: Zelensky’s Strategic Response
Introduction to Zelensky’s Response In the ongoing geopolitical conflict involving Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky has been vocal about the need for a robust response from the European Union (EU) to Russia’s actions. His recent comments highlight the priorities for the 19th package of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia’s financial and logistical capabilities. Focusing on the…