France Intercepts ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tanker Near Sicily (opens original article in a new tab)

France seized a Russia-linked oil tanker near Sicily, accusing it of being part of a 'shadow fleet' evading sanctions, marking the fifth such interception since September.

• France intercepted a Russia-linked oil tanker near Sicily
• The tanker was suspected of being part of Russia's 'shadow fleet' evading sanctions
• France has boarded five 'shadow fleet' ships since September
• France increased penalties for vessels with invalid flags or non-compliance