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French Navy Boards Russia-Linked Tanker in Indian Ocean
The French Navy intercepted and boarded a tanker linked to Russia in the Indian Ocean, according to a report by The Moscow Times. The incident comes as Western navies step up scrutiny of vessels suspected of helping Russia evade sanctions or conduct covert maritime operations. Details about the crew, the ship's cargo and the reason for the boarding have not yet been made public.
Why now: Tensions over Russia-linked shadow fleet vessels are high, making any naval interception notable.
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- French Navy Boards Russia-Linked Tanker in Indian Ocean · The Moscow Times
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