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Russian Tanker in Channel After Dramatic UK-US Raid

A Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker, the Tavian, was tracked in the English Channel just hours after UK forces assisted in seizing another sanctions-busting vessel. Read the latest on the maritime security operation.

US-UK seize Russian tanker, two more head to Russia

The US and UK seized a Russian-linked oil tanker in the Atlantic. Now, two more sanctioned vessels are sailing towards Russia via the English Channel, raising questions about further seizures.

US-UK Seize Russian Tanker, Two More Approach

A Russian-linked oil tanker was seized by US forces with UK support. Now, two more sanctioned vessels are sailing towards Russia, raising questions about further maritime action. Read the latest developments.

Russian sub escorts 'shadow fleet' tanker in US pursuit

Russia has sent a submarine to escort a sanctioned oil tanker being chased by the US across the Atlantic. The vessel, near Iceland, is at the centre of a major diplomatic and military standoff. Read the full report.

Fleet Street Editor Bill Hagerty Dies Aged 86

Veteran journalist Bill Hagerty, a former Daily Mirror editor and staunch defender of press freedom, has passed away at 86. Read about his remarkable 70-year career.

Venezuela criminalises tanker seizures after US actions

Venezuela's parliament has fast-tracked a law imposing 20-year prison terms for tanker seizures, a direct response to recent US actions targeting its oil 'shadow fleet'. Read the latest on the escalating maritime standoff.

Trump Announces 'Trump-Class' Battleships for US Navy

President Trump has announced a new 'Golden Fleet' of 'Trump-class' battleships, claiming they will be 100 times more powerful than WWII vessels. The move aims to overhaul a fleet he has long criticised.

US intercepts third sanctioned tanker near Venezuela

The US Coast Guard pursues a third oil tanker in a week near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on Maduro's regime and the illicit 'shadow fleet'. Read the latest on the escalating sanctions enforcement.

Ukraine hits Russian ship and oil rigs in Caspian Sea assault

Ukrainian forces launch a major maritime drone assault, striking a Russian patrol ship and Lukoil oil facilities in the Caspian Sea. The attack follows a hit on a 'shadow fleet' tanker and comes as Europe agrees a €90bn loan for Kyiv. Read the latest deve

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