France intercepts suspected Russia-linked oil tanker off the coast of Sicily
- Posted on June 25, 2026
- By Le Monde
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France intercepts suspected Russia-linked oil tanker off the coast of Sicily
French maritime authorities said the vessel, the fifth alleged Russian vessel France has boarded, was flying a false flag. 'We will not allow the 'shadow fleet' to circumvent sanctions and finance Russia's war effort,' said Emmanuel Macron.