Russian Navy Frigate Escorts Sanctioned Oil Tankers Through English Channel
The Russian Navy frigate Admiral Grigorovich has been escorting two sanctioned oil tankers, Universal and Enigma, through the English Channel. The move is seen as a direct defiance of UK plans to intercept sanctioned ships transiting its waters. According to reports, the Universal tanker was spotted sailing under the Russian flag, having departed from the port of Vistomsk in the Leningrad region on January 18. Meanwhile, the Enigma tanker was traveling under the Cameroonian flag and had left the Russian port of Primorsk on March 29.
Both tankers are subject to sanctions by the United Kingdom due to their involvement in the export of oil, which finances Russia’s war with Ukraine. The Russian Navy frigate is believed to be part of Russia’s shadow fleet, a network of vessels linked to the country’s military and involved in the transportation of oil.
UK Royal Navy Tracks Russian Submarines
In related news, the UK Royal Navy has been tracking three Russian submarines for over a month, forcing them to abandon their activity targeting undersea cables and pipelines in the North Atlantic. According to Defence Secretary John Healey, no damage was found during the operation, which involved 500 British naval personnel.
Healy warned that any further attempts by Russia’s specialized units to target critical underwater infrastructure in UK waters would have serious consequences. The operation is seen as a significant escalation of tensions between the two nations.
Feodosia Oil Depot Continues to Burn
Meanwhile, the oil depot in Feodosia, occupied Crimea, continues to burn after yesterday’s Ukrainian drone attacks. The depot has been ablaze for over 24 hours and remains a major concern for local authorities. The attack is seen as part of Ukraine’s ongoing campaign against Russia’s military presence in the region.
The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, which have been escalating in recent months. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how these developments will impact international relations and global energy markets.
Original Article: През Ла Манша: Русия пази танкери с военен кораб. Британският флот прогони руски подводници (ВИДЕО) — Actualno (Bulgarian) | View English Translation