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Putin Deploys Warships to Shield Sanction-Evading Oil Fleet

5/29/2025

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In a bold and unprecedented move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has dispatched warships to protect his "shadow fleet" of oil tankers in the Gulf of Finland. This fleet, designed to evade Western sanctions, raises serious concerns about maritime safety and environmental impact. NATO and the EU are closely watching, ready to enforce sanctions against these vessels.

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In a bold and unprecedented move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has dispatched warships to protect his "shadow fleet" of oil tankers in the Gulf of Finland. This fleet, designed to evade Western sanctions, raises serious concerns about maritime safety and environmental impact. NATO and the EU are closely watching, ready to enforce sanctions against these vessels.