Royal Marines Take Control Of Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker
Summary
Royal Marine Commandos and the National Crime Agency, supported by the Royal Air Force, boarded a Russian oil tanker called Smyrtos in the English Channel. The operation lasted six hours, and the tanker is now held off the south coast of England for investigation.Key Facts
- The operation took place early Sunday morning in the English Channel.
- Royal Marine Commandos led the boarding, with support from the National Crime Agency and the RAF.
- The Russian tanker involved is named Smyrtos.
- This was the first operation of its kind carried out by the UK armed forces.
- The tanker will be held and monitored near the south coast of England.
- The Ministry of Defence announced the ongoing investigation related to the tanker.
- The event occurred amid a week of government resignations over defence investment plans.
- The operation highlights UK efforts to control and investigate foreign vessels in its waters.
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