The European Union is stepping up its fight against russia\u2019s \u201cshadow fleet\u201d \u2014 a network of tankers moscow uses to bypass sanctions and continue profiting from oil exports. These vessels often change flags, operate without insurance, conceal their routes, and pose threats to the environment and the safety of European seas.<\/p>\n
\u25ab\ufe0f The European External Action Service has prepared a document proposing to expand the powers of EU member states to inspect \u201cshadow fleet\u201d vessels. The plan includes signing bilateral agreements between the EU and flag states.<\/p>\n
\u25ab\ufe0f The EU is already engaging with several key flag states on this issue. It is also known that Panama has agreed to stop registering sanctioned and aging tankers. The next step could be a ban on providing logistical and technical support to \u201cshadow fleet\u201d vessels.<\/p>\n
Europe recognizes the real threat posed by the \u201cshadow fleet\u201d \u2014 not only economic but also security-related. Ships transporting russian oil are increasingly seen as tools of hybrid influence. The EU\u2019s plan for joint action against the \u201cshadow fleet\u201d is an important signal: Europe is ready to take practical steps to counter the schemes through which the kremlin funds its war.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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