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UK Unveils Largest Sanctions Yet Targeting Russia’s Shadow Oil Fleet

Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced measures against 100 tankers carrying $24 billion in cargo and damaging subsea infrastructure, aiming to weaken Moscow's war effort and protect critical systems.

Starmer said 'the threat from Russia to our national security cannot be underestimated' (Photo: Toby Melville - WPA Pool/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The UK will sanction up to 100 Russian shadow fleet tankers, the largest sanctions package to date targeting Moscow’s covert oil network.
  • The targeted vessels have transported over $24 billion in cargo since 2024, funding Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine.
  • Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the sanctions at the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) summit in Norway, where leaders are coordinating further support for Ukraine.
  • The shadow fleet has been linked to damage of critical undersea infrastructure, including Baltic Sea cables vital for energy and data transmission.
  • JEF nations are increasing measures to safeguard subsea systems and enhance military cooperation to counter Russian aggression.