Captain of Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted in Channel charged (opens original article in a new tab)

The captain of a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker intercepted in the English Channel has been charged with violating sanctions. He is set to appear in court, while 24 crew members remain on the vessel.

• Captain of Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted in Channel charged with sanctions violation
• Ajay Pant, 38, Indian national, to appear at Southampton Magistrates' Court on Tuesday
• 24 crew members remain on the vessel held off Weymouth coast