#Shadow Fleet

US Prepares Mechanism to Legalize Part of 'Shadow Fleet' Tankers: Sanctions Not Lifted, but Vessel Status Changes

Economy 10/20/2026, 04:58

US Energy Minister Chris Wright stated that the Trump administration is developing a mechanism allowing part of the 'shadow fleet' tankers to legally transport oil without lifting sanctions.

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White House vs. Chaos: Why the US Cannot Contain Fuel Prices Ahead of the Elections

Economy 10/17/2026, 10:54

The Trump administration is considering lifting sanctions on the "shadow fleet" to lower fuel prices before the elections, but escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and a diesel shortage limit the impact of these measures. The average price of diesel in the US has reached $6.31 per gallon.

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RF Shadow Fleet Tankers Could Be Exempted from US Sanctions, - Reuters

Economy 10/15/2026, 07:21

The US administration is considering partially lifting sanctions on shadow fleet tankers to reduce freight rates and return Russian petroleum products to the market.

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France intercepts Russian shadow fleet tanker in the Indian Ocean

Politics 10/13/2026, 10:05

The French Navy intercepted the oil tanker DF Peak in the Indian Ocean, linked to the Russian shadow fleet and under international sanctions.

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Japan Hits Russia with New Sanctions: Asset Freezes and Blow to the Shadow Fleet

Politics 10/02/2026, 16:46

The Japanese government has introduced a new sanctions package against Russia, freezing the assets of 33 companies and 9 individuals, and restricting 35 shadow fleet vessels.

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Russia creates new shadow fleet to bypass sanctions, UK Foreign Office says

Politics 10/02/2026, 09:04

The UK Foreign Office stated that Russia is creating a new shadow fleet of LNG tankers to bypass sanctions, prompting London to introduce severe restrictive measures.

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Blow to "Shadow Fleet", Propagandists and Executioners: Britain Imposes New Sanctions Against Russia

Politics 10/01/2026, 14:06

Britain has imposed a new package of sanctions against 31 Russian individuals and legal entities, including "shadow fleet" vessels, executioners and propagandists.

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Zelensky after meeting with Trump: US 'hellish sanctions' will be applied against Russia if Moscow does not move toward de-escalation

Politics 09/23/2026, 03:26

After meeting with Trump in New York, Zelensky stated that US "hellish sanctions" could be applied against Russia if Moscow does not show a readiness for de-escalation, and that tariffs of up to 100% could be introduced for countries buying Russian oil.

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Rubio Files Complaint Against Ukraine Over Attacks on US-Linked Vessels

Politics 09/22/2026, 20:06

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that over the past months Ukraine has repeatedly attacked vessels linked to the United States, and Washington is demanding that such incidents be stopped.

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US House on the Verge of Passing the Graham–Blumenthal 'Hellish Sanctions': What Will Change for the Kremlin

Politics 09/17/2026, 01:20

The US House of Representatives is set to finally adopt the Graham–Blumenthal bill with strict sanctions against the Russian Federation on September 16. The final application of the measures remains subject to President Trump's decision.

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"Myar" wraps up Operation "MoloChka": over 10 weeks, UAS forces struck 285 vessels of Russia's shadow fleet

Politics 09/12/2026, 13:39

USF Commander "Myar" reported on ten weeks of Operation "MoloChka": according to his data, forces struck 285 vessels of Russia's shadow fleet in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov. Meanwhile, the "Crimean Switch Off" campaign continues.

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Albania Closes Port of Durrës to Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker HANUMAN: What Is Known About Sanctions-Non-Compliant Vessels

Politics 09/05/2026, 11:18

On 29 August 2026, Albania refused entry to the port of Durrës for the oil tanker HANUMAN, which Ukrainian intelligence had previously entered into the database of Russia's 'shadow fleet'.

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EU Prepares New Package of Restrictions: Visas, Diplomats, and Shadow Fleet in the Crosshairs

Politics 09/04/2026, 05:07

The EU will discuss a new package of restrictions in the coming weeks: tightening the visa regime for Russians, restricting the movement of Russian diplomats, and expanding sanctions against the shadow fleet. The trigger was the drone incident in Leipzig and the sabotage in Poland.

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Russia Imports Jet A-1 Aviation Fuel: GUR Links Shortage to Strikes on Refineries

Politics 08/29/2026, 23:20

The GUR of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense reports that Russia is importing Jet A-1 aviation fuel due to a decline in domestic production following strikes on refineries; three tankers delivered 70,000 tonnes from South Korea and Egypt.

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Three Days Under the Radar: How the British Royal Navy Shadowed a Russian Convoy Through the English Channel

Politics 08/29/2026, 23:01

The British Royal Navy tracked a Russian convoy in the English Channel for three days: the destroyer Admiral Levchenko and the frigate Neustrashimy escorted sanctioned cargo ships. London calls this a security threat.

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Palisa: Ukraine Ready to Shift the War to a New Phase Through Long-Range Strikes on Russia's 'Pain Points'

Politics 08/29/2026, 10:59

Deputy Head of the Office of the President Pavel Palisa stated that Ukraine could move the war into a new phase by intensifying long-range strikes on Russia's energy infrastructure and 'shadow fleet.' Kyiv currently produces more than 300 long-range drones per day, with a target of 1,000.

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Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces disabled 267 energy facilities and 242 Russian 'shadow fleet' vessels in a month and a half

Politics 08/22/2026, 21:01

In a month and a half of the 'Crimean Switch Off' operation, Ukraine's USF disabled 267 energy facilities, while under 'MoLoChKa' they disabled 242 Russian shadow fleet vessels in the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea.

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The Bundeswehr Receives the Seetaube Maritime Drone: How STARK Enhances Maritime Reconnaissance Against the 'Shadow Fleet'

Technology 08/21/2026, 20:46

The Bundeswehr has received the Seetaube unmanned surface vessel from STARK, based on the Vanta platform. The vessel enhances maritime reconnaissance and countermeasures against the Russian 'shadow fleet'.

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