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Sweden Seizes Another Suspected Russian 'Dark Fleet' Tanker, Despite US Easing Sanctions
Sweden Seizes Another Suspected Russian 'Dark Fleet' Tanker, Despite US Easing Sanctions
Washington has eased sanctions on countries buying Russian oil in connection with the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz crisis, an easing welcomed by the Kremlin, but which has caused angst and anger among pro-Ukraine campaigners.
The US waiver is active for a month, and applies to crude which has has been floating at sea and thus was unable to be sold. However, this hasn't stopped some European countries from moving against tankers without proper registration and flags.
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