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Russian shadow fleet vessel enters English Channel as tensions mount

The Arcusat, a US-sanctioned tanker, joins at least 50 shadow fleet vessels using false flags to evade sanctions near UK waters, enabling illicit Russian oil trades, experts say.

  • A Russian shadow fleet tanker sailed through the English Channel under a false name.
  • According to tracking data, at least 50 Russian shadow fleet vessels have traversed near UK waters over the past three days.
  • The United States has blacklisted 744 active tankers, while the UK has blacklisted 549, with an overlap of 235 tankers.
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The Telegraph broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
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