Britain detains sanctioned oil tanker tied to Russia’s shadow fleet

British authorities seized a tanker that had been sanctioned by international bodies. Officials say the vessel is linked to Russia’s covert “shadow fleet.” The detention occurred in a UK port as part of enforcement actions. The shadow fleet is known for evading sanctions through opaque operations. The seized ship was suspected of transporting prohibited cargo. Britain’s move signals continued pressure on Russia’s maritime activities. Legal proceedings against the vessel’s owners are expected to follow. The case highlights the broader effort to curb sanction evasion.