France Toughens Stance on Russia's Shadow Fleet

France Toughens Stance on Russia's Shadow Fleet

1:17 Apr 8, 2026
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France is intensifying its stance against Russias shadow fleet by proposing a law to double jail time and fines for those who evade sanctions. The bill, set for parliamentary debate and vote by July 14th, aims to deter flag-hopping and sanction-busting activities. France has already boarded three suspicious tankers and imposed a one-year jail sentence on a Chinese captain for obstructing a boarding. The EU has also sanctioned nearly six hundred rogue vessels, signaling a united front against the shadow fleet. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1f0189a3c1bbbc7b
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