The United Kingdom has imposed a major new round of sanctions targeting Russia's so-called 'shadow fleet'—a network of 135 oil tankers and two associated companies used to secretly transport Russian oil and evade existing international restrictions. These measures aim to disrupt the flow of oil revenue that helps fund Russia's war efforts in Ukraine, with the UK government estimating that these tankers have moved $24 billion worth of oil since early 2024. The sanctions also target shipping and trading firms linked to the shadow fleet, and are part of a broader Western effort, including the EU, to clamp down on the infrastructure enabling Russia to bypass sanctions. Analysts note that the shadow fleet consists largely of aging vessels operating under obscure flags and questionable insurance, raising concerns about maritime safety and regulatory enforcement. The move is expected to further tighten the economic pressure on Russia's energy sector and complicate its ability to finance its ongoing military actions.
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