US considers converting shadow fleet tankers to non-sanctioned oil carriers
Briefing by News4U · First published
DW English reports the US is considering converting sanctioned shadow fleet tankers into legitimate vessels for non-sanctioned oil, prompting EU concerns over sanctions effectiveness. The shadow fleet accounts for nearly 19% of global oil tanker capacity. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the US is converting dark tankers to legitimate tankers and there is no removing of sanctions. The proposal follows a deal that US President Donald Trump struck with Russian President Vladimir Putin this month to allow sales of Russian diesel onto global markets. The decision was sharply criticized by Ukraine and its European allies. [1]
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- Shadow fleet sanctions: Can the EU act if the US pulls back?
DW English · · Excerpt