French Navy Intercepts Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker in Atlantic, Escalating Tensions
The French navy has intercepted a tanker suspected of being part of Russia's 'shadow fleet' in the Atlantic Ocean. The vessel, named Tagor, was reportedly sailing under a false flag and was ordered to head to the French mainland. This action is part of a broader European strategy to combat the oil revenues that fund Russia's war efforts in Ukraine. The tanker, which had sailed from Russia's Arctic port of Murmansk, was intercepted with support from Britain. French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of obstructing vessels that circumvent international sanctions and finance the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The Tagor is the fourth sanctioned tanker intercepted by France, highlighting the ongoing efforts to enforce sanctions against Russia. 
