Summary
The French Navy stopped a tanker in the Mediterranean, believed to be part of Russia's secret fleet trying to avoid international penalties. French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the tanker was coming from Russia and is being investigated for possibly using a fake flag to hide its identity. The European Union has been placing sanctions on Russia since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Key Facts
- The French Navy intercepted an oil tanker in the Mediterranean Sea, believed to be linked to Russia.
- The tanker is suspected of being part of Russia’s "shadow fleet" meant to dodge international sanctions.
- French President Macron announced the interception and mentioned it followed international maritime laws.
- The vessel was stopped and redirected between Spain and Morocco.
- The European Union has been sanctioning Russia after its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
- Despite sanctions, Russia continues to sell oil to countries like China and India.
- A report revealed over 100 Russian vessels using fake flags in 2025 to transport oil.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked France for stopping the vessel.
