The Main Intelligence Directorate has identified another 38 vessels that Russia is using to circumvent sanctions

The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has identified an additional 38 vessels that, according to intelligence reports, Russia is using to circumvent international sanctions. They fly the flags of 12 countries and territories, including Barbados, Panama, Turkey, Liberia, Hong Kong, and Palau.

 

The Main Intelligence Directorate continues to identify and publish information on participants in Russian logistics networks used to circumvent international sanctions, plunder temporarily occupied territories, and finance the war against Ukraine.

Of the 38 vessels, 28 are directly involved in the export of Russian oil, petroleum products, and liquefied natural gas; they refuel sanctioned tankers of Russia’s “shadow fleet” and are involved in the theft of Ukrainian grain from territories occupied by Russia.

All of these vessels are already subject to sanctions imposed by the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Ukraine.

Another 10 oil tankers not subject to sanctions are helping not only to deliver Russian oil to global markets but also to bring gasoline and diesel fuel into Russia, supporting the Kremlin’s military logistics amid a fuel shortage.

Earlier, the Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) named 11 captains who facilitated complex navigation and the delivery of imported fuel to Russia.

“The disclosure of their names shatters the myth that shadow logistics can remain anonymous. This is a clear warning to every sailor: participation in aiding the aggressor will not go unnoticed. Such activities have consequences—particularly for the reputation and safety of those involved,” the GUR emphasized.

As the intelligence agency emphasized, every vessel, captain, and company that helps Russia trade oil, export stolen Ukrainian grain, or import fuel becomes a tool of Russian aggression.

Earlier, a Swedish court ruled to transfer the sanctioned vessel Caffa.

Sybiga called Sweden’s decision regarding the Caffa an important precedent in the fight against Russia’s shadow fleet.

Meanwhile, Russia is expanding its shadow fleet of gas carriers to circumvent EU sanctions.