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