
UK Defends Seizure of Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Oil Tanker Amid Putin's Threats
The UK government has defended the seizure of a Russian 'shadow fleet' oil tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel, despite threats from Russian President Vladimir Putin to 'respond in kind'. The tanker's captain, Ajay Pant, is charged with breaching Russian sanctions. The UK and EU are targeting Russia's 'shadow fleet' of over 700 vessels accused of evading sanctions on Russian oil exports, crucial for funding the war in Ukraine.





















