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Russian Vessel Lingers Near UK Wind Farm, Seizure Powers Approved

5/6/2026

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The Russian Amur-class repair ship PM-82 has been loitering for a second month 30 miles off Suffolk near the Galloper wind farm.
The Galloper offshore wind farm supplies electricity to 400,000 homes.
NATO’s Allied Maritime Command is closely monitoring the vessel and sharing data with partner navies.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer approved January powers to seize suspect ships after eight sanctioned tankers, including the Russian-flagged Progress, passed nearby on Tuesday.

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The Russian Amur-class repair ship PM-82 has been loitering for a second month 30 miles off Suffolk near the Galloper wind farm.
The Galloper offshore wind farm supplies electricity to 400,000 homes.
NATO’s Allied Maritime Command is closely monitoring the vessel and sharing data with partner navies.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer approved January powers to seize suspect ships after eight sanctioned tankers, including the Russian-flagged Progress, passed nearby on Tuesday.