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Ukraine Urges EU Action Against Russia's Shadow Fleet

1/29/2026

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On January 28, 2025, Vladyslav Vlasiuk, the Ukrainian representative, urged the European Union to act against Russia's "shadow fleet" after GRINCH's seizure by the French navy.
He said continued pressure is needed to end the war.
He noted the fleet's oil volume remained unchanged in 2025 and called for a 10–20% reduction.
Vlasiuk praised U.S. actions and urged Germany to address Western components in Russian weaponry.

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On January 28, 2025, Vladyslav Vlasiuk, the Ukrainian representative, urged the European Union to act against Russia's "shadow fleet" after GRINCH's seizure by the French navy.
He said continued pressure is needed to end the war.
He noted the fleet's oil volume remained unchanged in 2025 and called for a 10–20% reduction.
Vlasiuk praised U.S. actions and urged Germany to address Western components in Russian weaponry.