The French Navy has stopped an oil tanker in the Atlantic that is subject to international sanctions. The vessel belongs to the so-called Russian shadow fleet, as reported by Zeit. The operation is part of efforts to prevent the circumvention of sanctions against Russia.
The shadow fleet consists of older tankers that transport Russian oil while bypassing price caps and embargoes. France and other Western states are stepping up their maritime controls to curb these activities. Details on the exact location and cargo of the tanker have not been disclosed.
Source: www.zeit.de
