France arrests Russian captain of Moscow-linked oil tanker
Summary
French authorities arrested the Russian captain of the oil tanker Tagor after the French Navy stopped the ship in international waters. The tanker is suspected of flying a fake Cameroonian flag and carrying Russian or Iranian oil in violation of international sanctions.Key Facts
- The French Navy, with British help, detained the oil tanker Tagor on May 31, 2026.
- The Russian captain was arrested on June 2, 2026, and may face up to one year in prison and a 150,000-euro fine.
- The ship was flying a false Cameroonian flag and heading to Limbe, Cameroon.
- Tagor is suspected of transporting Russian or Iranian oil despite sanctions.
- The tanker is linked to Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, connected to Iranian security officials.
- The ship was traveling from Murmansk, Russia, when it was boarded in the Atlantic Ocean.
- Authorities are still identifying the shipowner, who may face similar penalties.
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