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Russian tanker failed to find LNG buyer after four months at sea
The Pioneer tanker, which was carrying LNG from the sanctioned Arctic LNG-2, has not found a buyer willing to circumvent US sanctions.
Russian oil tanker collides with cargo ship near Greece
The collision occurred south of the city of Karyst. Both ships suffered minor damage, and Greek authorities are still investigating.
Opinion: The EU needs to tighten sanctions against Russian fishing vessels
The Honorary Consul of Ukraine in the Kingdom of the Netherlands believes that the West should tighten sanctions against the Russian fishing industry, in particular, due to the possibility of Russia spying using its fishing vessels.
Switzerland joins new EU sanctions against Russia
The Swiss sanctions mainly targeted Russian defense contractors and shipping companies.
Russian ship sinks after explosion in Mediterranean Sea
The Russian ship Ursa Major, which was actively used to transport military cargo, sank in the Mediterranean Sea.
Russians repair ship to evacuate Russian troops from Syria
The Defense Intelligence updated information about the “Sparta” ship’s breakdown – the Russian crew was able to fix the problem and continue sailing through the Strait of Gibraltar.
Vessel to evacuate Russian troops from Syria breaks down in open sea
The cargo ship Sparta, which Russia used to transport weapons and equipment from Syria, stopped due to a technical malfunction.
Portuguese court acquits sailors who refused to follow Russian ship
A court in Portugal acquitted sailors who refused to go to sea to observe a Russian warship.
G7 plans to tighten sanctions against Russian oil
The G7 countries are discussing new price caps on Russian oil exported by sea.
An explosion occurred near the base of the Russian Northern Fleet (video)
An explosion occurred at the base of the Northern Fleet of the Russian Federation in Severomorsk. Its territory houses command centers and tests of the latest weapons are being conducted.