Russia
Russian sanctioned ship transported weapons from Syria across the English Channel
This week, the sanctioned vessel Baltic Leader transported military equipment from Syria across the English Channel, accompanied by a Russian warship.
EU calls for global cooperation in the fight against Russia’s shadow fleet
The EU needs help in combating the environmental and security threats posed by old Russian oil tankers.
Russia controls half of wheat imports to Egypt, expert says
Egyptian flour mills choose Russian grain due to stable supplies, while Ukrainian wheat is losing its competitive position.
Russian company denies losing contract to manage Tartus port in Syria
A Russian company said it was continuing to operate Syria’s Tartus port despite reports of a deal being scrapped.
Russia has withdrawn some of its “shadow fleet” companies abroad
Russia has transferred some of the companies that operate the so-called shadow fleet vessels transporting oil abroad.
India’s oil imports from Russia fall to two-year low
India has cut its crude oil imports from Russia to their lowest level in two years due to sanctions.
More than 50% of Russia’s shadow fleet is already under sanctions, presidential spokesman says
Taking into account the recently introduced sanctions against the “shadow fleet”, the restrictions affected more than 50% of vessels transporting oil from the Russian Federation.
Russia and Iraq signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of maritime transport
Russia and Iraq have signed an intergovernmental agreement on cooperation in the field of maritime transport.
North Korea transported some troops to Russia by sea
North Korea has been ferrying hundreds of its troops to Russia by sea, satellite images show.
Iran forced to compete with Russia for sanctioned tankers
Iranian oil flows could be cut by increased demand for tankers that are not currently under sanctions.
