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UK forces
Coverage of UK forces in the Nexus archive.
- U.K. forces intercept a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in English Channel
U.K. forces intercepted a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel. The vessel, named Smyrtos, was located outside the harbor in Portland, England on June 14.
- UK forces board sanctioned Russian oil tanker in English Channel for the first time, says Keir Starmer - UK politics live
UK forces intercepted a sanctioned Russian oil tanker in the English Channel, as reported by Keir Starmer. Dan Jarvis, the new defense secretary, emphasized his responsibility to ensure military personnel receive necessary resources and support.
- UK forces 'dodge boarding Russian tankers in Channel over costs and fears crews will claim asylum'
UK forces are avoiding boarding Russian tankers in the English Channel due to cost concerns and fears that crews might claim asylum. The decision reflects operational and humanitarian considerations in maritime enforcement.