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Sanctioned Russian convoy returns to Mediterranean

Four Russian ships, including the sanctioned cargo vessel Sparta and sanctioned tanker General Skobelev, entered the Mediterranean via Gibraltar on 27 August. They were escorted by the destroyer Admiral Levchenko and reportedly arrived at the Syrian port of Tartus on Monday as part of the “Syrian Express” logistics network.
WHO: Russia’s navy; “Syrian Express” maritime logistics network
WHAT: Sanctioned Russian ships escorted by a destroyer entered the Mediterranean via Gibraltar and reportedly arrived at Tartus.
WHEN: Aug 27, 2026
WHERE: Gibraltar Strait; Mediterranean Sea; Syrian port of Tartus
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
Sources (1): Euronews

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