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UK Plans Baltic Meeting on Military Options Against Russia

2/7/2026

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In February 2026, UK Defence Secretary John Healey announced plans to host a meeting with Baltic and Nordic countries on military options against Russia.
The plan includes seizing shadow fleet tankers linked to Russian oil exports.
British military sources say capture options were identified, but no actions have occurred due to escalatory risks.
Russia's oil revenues fell 24% in 2025, while EU weighs a ban on maritime services for Russian ships.

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In February 2026, UK Defence Secretary John Healey announced plans to host a meeting with Baltic and Nordic countries on military options against Russia.
The plan includes seizing shadow fleet tankers linked to Russian oil exports.
British military sources say capture options were identified, but no actions have occurred due to escalatory risks.
Russia's oil revenues fell 24% in 2025, while EU weighs a ban on maritime services for Russian ships.