October 19, 2025
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Politico: The EU is discussing strengthening control over the “shadow fleet” of Russia

The European Service of Foreign Affairs proposed to expand the powers of EU states regarding the inspection of vessels of the “shadow fleet” of Russia, which transport oil to bypass the introduced price ceiling. Source: Politico, writes “European Truth” Details: In a document of the European External Affairs Service, it is noted that member states should be given “an additional tool to ensure compliance with sanctions legislation”, in particular, create grounds for inspecting vessels that may be involved in circumventing restrictions. It is also proposed to conclude bilateral agreements between the EU and flag states – that is, those whose flag the ships fly – for pre-authorized inspections of such ships. It is expected that the corresponding declaration will be prepared by the end of November 2025, after which it must be approved by the EU foreign ministers. Then the head of European diplomacy, Kaya Callas, will receive permission to start negotiations with certain flag states. According to Politico, the activities of the so-called “shadow fleet” not only help Russia support the military economy, but also pose a threat to the environment and the safety of shipping. Learn more “Shadow fleet. How Russia continues to transport oil to the European Union despite sanctions””, — write: www.pravda.com.ua

The European Service of Foreign Affairs proposed to expand the powers of EU states regarding the inspection of vessels of the “shadow fleet” of Russia, which transport oil to bypass the introduced price ceiling.

Source: Politico, writes “European Truth”

Details: A document by the European External Action Service states that member states should be given “an additional tool to ensure compliance with sanctions legislation”, including establishing grounds for inspection of vessels that may be involved in circumventing restrictions.

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It is also proposed to conclude bilateral agreements between the EU and flag states – that is, those whose flag the ships fly – for pre-authorized inspections of such ships.

It is expected that the corresponding declaration will be prepared by the end of November 2025, after which it must be approved by the EU foreign ministers. Then the head of European diplomacy, Kaya Callas, will receive permission to start negotiations with certain flag states.

According to Politico, the activities of the so-called “shadow fleet” not only help Russia support the military economy, but also pose a threat to the environment and the safety of shipping.

Learn more “Shadow fleet. How Russia continues to transport oil to the European Union despite sanctions”

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