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Russia and Iran have intensified traffic through the Caspian Sea – they are probably transferring weapons
Russia and Iran have intensified traffic through the Caspian Sea, taking advantage of the truce with the United States — they are probably transferring weapons.
Iran allows Russian-flagged tanker through Strait of Hormuz for first time
A Russian-flagged tanker has passed through the Strait of Hormuz to the Persian Gulf.
Easing US sanctions did not help Russia increase seaborne oil shipments
The key limiting factor was disruptions in port infrastructure, primarily in Primorsk and Ust-Luga.
Russian submarines conducted secret operation in the Atlantic near Britain
The UK is seeing increased Russian activity in the North Atlantic.
France to double fines for tankers of Russian “shadow fleet”
France will increase penalties against Russia’s “shadow fleet” and other vessels flying foreign flags.
Russian warships begin escorting “shadow fleet” tankers through the English Channel
Russian warships have begun escorting sanctioned tankers as they pass through the English Channel.
Russia and China veto UN Security Council resolution to unblock Strait of Hormuz
Russia and China have vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that was intended to encourage defensive efforts to unblock the Strait of Hormuz.
Sheskharis Terminal in Novorossiysk Port Suspends Operations After Drone Attack
One of the largest oil terminals in Russia, Sheskharis, has suspended oil loading after a drone attack.
At least 30% of oil tanks in the port of Ust-Luga have been affected, — Center for Countering Disinformation
After a series of strikes on the Baltic port of Ust-Luga, at least 30% of oil tanks were damaged.
The Russian port of Ust-Luga is under attack again
The Russian port of Ust-Luga, which is one of the key hubs for Russian oil exports in the Baltics, has been attacked again.
