Britain imposes a package of sanctions against Russia's “shadow fleet”

The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on 30 vessels from Russia's so-called “shadow fleet” that was involved in the transportation of billions of pounds worth of oil and oil products. This is the largest package of sanctions of its kind, aimed at limiting the Kremlin's ability to finance the war in Ukraine.

This was reported by RBC-Ukraine with reference to the press service of the British government.

Half of these vessels have transported oil and products worth more than $4.3 billion over the past year.

The total number of oil tankers under UK sanctions has reached 73, which is higher than any other country. Insurance companies that service this fleet have also been sanctioned.

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized the importance of further pressure on the Kremlin. He also noted that oil revenues are a key source of funding for the war against Ukraine.

At a meeting of G7 foreign ministers in Italy, Lemmy called on the international community to increase pressure on Russia and support Ukraine with military and financial assistance. He also raised the issues of migration, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and joint work to strengthen defense within the framework of the Global Combat Aviation Program.

Author - Dmitriy Levchenko, 26/11/2024