UK Intercepts Russian Tanker
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British armed forces intercepted a Russian oil tanker suspected of belonging to the country's shadow fleet in the English Channel. The operation involved Royal Navy commandos, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer announcing the detention. This action highlights ongoing tensions and maritime security concerns in the region.
British Forces Intercept Tanker from Russia's Shadow Fleet Attempting to Cross English Channel
- British armed forces intercepted a tanker belonging to Russia's shadow fleet in the English Channel. - The operation involved Royal Navy commandos and the National Crime Agency. - Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated the interception was a blow to Russia and a warning to those funding the war in Ukraine.
Britain stops Russian oil tanker in English Channel
- Britain's armed forces intercepted a Russian oil tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel on Sunday. - The vessel is suspected of belonging to Russia's "shadow fleet" used to circumvent oil sanct…
UK Intercepts Russian Shadow Fleet Oil Tanker in English Channel
- Britain intercepted a Russian oil tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel. - The interception was carried out by Royal Marine commandos and law enforcement officers. - Prime Minister Keir Star…
British Armed Forces Detain Russian Shadow Fleet Vessel
- British armed forces have detained a Russian "shadow fleet" vessel in the English Channel. - Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the detention. - The vessel was reportedly part of a shadow fleet o…
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UK armed forces intercept Russian shadow fleet in Channel, PM says
- British armed forces intercepted a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel early Sunday. - The operation, involving Royal Marines and the RAF, detained the vessel Smyrtos for investig…
UK Intercepts Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker in English Channel
- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer ordered the interception of a "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the English Channel. - The tanker, identified as SMYRTOS, was boarded and is being held off the UK coas…