TL:DR – “UK Assists in Commando-Style Capture of Russian Oil Tanker Off France”
- French maritime authorities intercepted the oil tanker, Grinch, as part of a mission targeting Russia’s shadow fleet.
- The tanker, suspected of flying a false flag, was detained in the Mediterranean.
- It is believed to be transporting Russian oil from Murmansk while displaying the flag of Comoros.
- Such practices are used to evade sanctions and inspections.
- This operation highlights increasing scrutiny over illegal oil transport linked to Russia.
UK helps France seize ‘Russian oil tanker’ in commando-style raid in the Mediterranean | News World
The Grinch, suspected of flying a false flag, is being escorted to a port for further checks (Picture: French Forces)
### France Captures Oil Tanker Targeting Russia’s Shadow Fleet
British intelligence has reported that France captured an oil tanker in a mission targeting Russia’s shadow fleet.
French maritime authorities stated that the vessel, named the Grinch, was intercepted in the Mediterranean.
The ship, suspected of flying a false flag, is currently being escorted to a port for further checks, according to the statement.
### Grinch’s Russian Oil Origins
The Grinch is believed to have been transporting Russian oil from the Arctic port of Murmansk.
It was flying the African flag of Comoros, as identified by the International Maritime Organisation.
Crews often utilize a nation’s flag without its permission to evade sanctions, inspections, or other jurisdictions.