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UK forces intercept Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker in the English Channel

ABC Australia · Jun 14, 2026, 12:00 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • UK forces intercepted the vessel sailing off the south coast of England.
  • British forces have intercepted a suspected Russian "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the English Channel.
  • The UK Defence Ministry called the operation "the first UK-led operation of its kind," while Prime Minister Keir Starmer said it was "another blow to Russia."

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UK forces intercepted the vessel sailing off the south coast of England. (Reuters: UK MOD Crown/LPhot Hutchins)

British forces have intercepted a suspected Russian "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the English Channel.

The UK Defence Ministry called the operation "the first UK-led operation of its kind," while Prime Minister Keir Starmer said it was "another blow to Russia."

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