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Germany Seizes Tanker Carrying €40 Million in Russian Oil

3/22/2025

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Germany has taken control of the Panamanian-flagged tanker Eventin, which was transporting a staggering 99,000 tons of Russian oil near Rügen Island. Valued at €40 million, the tanker lost power in January, raising environmental concerns. Now under German customs, officials are working to ensure the safe offloading of the oil from this vessel linked to Russia's shadow fleet.

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Germany has taken control of the Panamanian-flagged tanker Eventin, which was transporting a staggering 99,000 tons of Russian oil near Rügen Island. Valued at €40 million, the tanker lost power in January, raising environmental concerns. Now under German customs, officials are working to ensure the safe offloading of the oil from this vessel linked to Russia's shadow fleet.