British forces intercept Russian shadow fleet oil tanker attempting to cross English Channel (opens original article in a new tab)

British forces intercepted a Russian oil tanker in the English Channel, boarding it with Royal Marines and law enforcement, as part of an operation to disrupt Russia's activities.

• British forces intercepted a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel
• The vessel SMYRTOS was boarded by Royal Marine Commandos and law enforcement officers
• The interception was carried out in accordance with domestic and international law