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UK and France Intercept Oil Tanker Amid Russia Sanctions Push

3/25/2026

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UK forces and French navy intercepted oil tanker in the Mediterranean, identified by President Emmanuel Macron as part of a 'shadow fleet'.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey praised the operation and said it aligns with NATO's strategy against Russian maritime activity.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged allies to intensify sanctions and target the shadow fleet as Russia sells oil to fund its military actions amid talks with the United States.

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UK forces and French navy intercepted oil tanker in the Mediterranean, identified by President Emmanuel Macron as part of a 'shadow fleet'.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey praised the operation and said it aligns with NATO's strategy against Russian maritime activity.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged allies to intensify sanctions and target the shadow fleet as Russia sells oil to fund its military actions amid talks with the United States.