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Western seizures of vessels tied to sanctioned oil flows

Western countries seizing vessels carrying sanctioned oil, prompting diplomatic protests and accusations of illegality from Russia and China, and leading to evasive shipping practices.

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Jan 8, 2026

How have Russia, China, and other maritime powers responded to Western sanctions‑based ship seizures?

Western seizures of vessels tied to sanctioned oil flows have prompted sharp diplomatic protests and accusations of illegality from Russia and China, and have accelerated a suite of practical evasions...