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UK and Allies Target Russia's Sanction-Evading Fleet

1/16/2026

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Cooper Targets Russian Fleet

The United Kingdom will collaborate with European allies to intercept vessels in Russia's "shadow fleet" that evade sanctions.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said the effort aims to disrupt funding for Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine.
Cooper signaled a robust response, including potential military action against vessels in international waters.
Recent operations show at least 45 sanctioned Russian vessels have passed through U.K. waters.
Cooper rejected renewed talks with Moscow.

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Cooper Targets Russian Fleet

The United Kingdom will collaborate with European allies to intercept vessels in Russia's "shadow fleet" that evade sanctions.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said the effort aims to disrupt funding for Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine.
Cooper signaled a robust response, including potential military action against vessels in international waters.
Recent operations show at least 45 sanctioned Russian vessels have passed through U.K. waters.
Cooper rejected renewed talks with Moscow.

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