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EU Sanctions Russian Fishing Giant Over Espionage Ties

5/27/2025

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The EU has imposed sanctions on Russian fishing giant Norebo, accusing it of supporting Kremlin espionage in the North Sea. This major supplier to the UK allegedly used its vessels for surveillance near vital infrastructure. Alarmingly, British retailers still import Russian fish, igniting fears of indirectly funding the ongoing war in Ukraine.

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The EU has imposed sanctions on Russian fishing giant Norebo, accusing it of supporting Kremlin espionage in the North Sea. This major supplier to the UK allegedly used its vessels for surveillance near vital infrastructure. Alarmingly, British retailers still import Russian fish, igniting fears of indirectly funding the ongoing war in Ukraine.