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France has stepped up efforts to stop tankers using false flags to transport Russian oil

Video. France detains tanker linked to network accused of moving Russian oil

Updated: 02/06/2026 - 17:17 GMT+2

The seizure is the latest evidence of France's efforts to crack down on vessels suspected of helping Russia evade sanctions imposed following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

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