The United Kingdom has reportedly played a supportive role in a recent US-led operation to seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker, according to the Ministry of Defence (MoD). The move marks a significant escalation in Western efforts to enforce sanctions and restrict Russian energy exports amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Details of the joint mission have underscored the close coordination between the two allies in addressing what they describe as illicit activities tied to Moscow’s maritime operations.
UK Backs US Operation to Intercept Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker Demonstrating Heightened Maritime Enforcement
The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed its active support for a US-led operation targeting a Russian-flagged oil tanker believed to be involved in illicit maritime activities. This move underscores the growing collaboration between Western allies aimed at enforcing sanctions and disrupting unauthorized oil shipments linked to Russia. British naval assets provided critical…
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Author : Ava Thompson
Publish date : 2026-01-08 00:27:00
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