UK Cracks Down on 'Shadow Fleet' in Waters, Hitting Russia Hard
Britain's military will board Russian 'shadow fleet' vessels passing through UK waters, escalating pressure on Putin as the UK fights back against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
In a significant escalation of the UK's efforts to combat Russia's aggression, the British military will now be empowered to board and inspect vessels belonging to Russia's so-called 'shadow fleet' as they transit through UK waters. This latest move is part of the UK's ongoing campaign to economically isolate Russia and undermine its ability to wage war in Ukraine.
The 'shadow fleet' refers to a network of ships that have been used by Russia to circumvent Western sanctions imposed in the wake of its illegal invasion of Ukraine. These vessels, often obscuring their true ownership and origins, have been used to transport crucial goods and resources that sustain the Russian war effort.
By granting the British military the authority to board and inspect these ships, the UK government is seeking to disrupt this illicit supply chain and further cripple Russia's economic capabilities. This move comes as part of a broader crackdown on sanctions evasion, which has also seen the UK target Russian oligarchs and their assets.
Джерело: UK Government
