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UPDATED Jun 17, 2026 at 5:06 AM ET
Jun 14, 2026 at 3:03 AM ET
UK detains sanctioned tanker Smyrtos in English Channel
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Britain detained the sanctioned tanker Smyrtos in the English Channel and will hold it off England’s south coast for investigation.
WHO: Britain’s armed forces and the UK Defense Ministry
WHAT: Boarded and detained the sanctioned tanker Smyrtos suspected of being linked to Russia’s shadow fleet
WHEN: Jun 14, 2026 at 4:37 AM ET
WHERE: English Channel (off the south coast of England)
WHY: The tanker is suspected of shipping oil in violation of international sanctions over Russia’s war on Ukraine
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