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La Manche, also known as the Strait of Dover, is a strategically significant waterway in Northern Europe where several incidents involving Russian-linked vessels have occurred. British authorities have intercepted and detained oil tankers suspected of being part of Russia's 'shadow fleet,' including the Smyrtos tanker in June 2026. These actions are framed as measures against Russian military support and sanctions violations, with Britain planning to sell nearly 100 thousand tons of oil from one such seized vessel. The area has also seen increased border security concerns due to migration flo…
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- The Telegraph reports on Britain's plan to sell oil from a purported Russian tanker — Коммерсантъ
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- Russian Ministry of Defense Confirms Warning Shot Fired at British Yacht in English Channel — Коммерсантъ
- Ministry of Defense Reports Incident Involving Russian Frigate in English Channel — Ведомости
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- EU Plans Measures to Combat Illegal Migration Route Through the English Channel — Интерфакс
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