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US to Allow Dark-Fleet Tankers to Shed Sanctions, Wright Says

The Trump administration is authorizing the sale of sanctioned oil tankers to enable them to transition to legitimate crude shipping, per Energy Secretary Chris Wright. This marks a policy shift from prior enforcement, potentially easing pressure on Russia's shadow fleet. The move could increase global oil supply and reduce shipping risk premiums, but details on implementation and scope remain unclear.

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#sanctions #oil tankers #dark fleet #russia #energy policy

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activeGeopoliticsEnergy16h ago

US Adjusts Shadow Fleet Sanctions Amidst Russian Covert Operations

The US is reportedly shifting its sanctions policy, allowing 'shadow fleet' tankers to operate legally if they cease transporting sanctioned oil, potentially easing pressure on Russia's oil exports. Concurrently, Russian shadow fleet vessels are confirmed to be engaged in covert military logistics, transporting war equipment and personnel with fabricated identities through European waters to Africa, while employing advanced AIS spoofing to evade detection. The full scope and implications of the US policy shift and Russia's covert operations remain uncertain.

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activeGeopoliticsEnergy6m ago