Tag: shadow fleet
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DW News Investigates Allegations of Russia’s Shadow Fleet Targeting Baltic Sea Infrastructure
Recent reports have highlighted concerns about Russia’s shadow fleet potentially targeting critical infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. The focus is on the activities of unidentified vessels and their possible intentions to compromise undersea cables and pipelines, which are vital for communication and energy supply in the region. The situation underscores the growing geopolitical tensions and…
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BRICS Expansion Signals Diverse Global Interests and Challenges to Western Dominance
In August 2023, the BRICS group, initially comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, announced a significant expansion to include six new members: Argentina (which later withdrew), Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, nearly doubling its size. This move has sparked varying interpretations among global observers, with some viewing it…
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Shadow Fleet Operations: How Russian Oil Circumvents Sanctions via Gulf States
The recent video sheds light on the concept of a “shadow fleet,” a collection of approximately 100 tankers responsible for transporting Russian oil while circumventing Western sanctions. These tankers, including the C1, operate from countries such as the UAE, India, and China, following Russia’s development of its own shipping and insurance in response to a…