London has confirmed its involvement in the US-led capture of a Russian-flagged vessel off Scotland
The UK provided “enabling support” to the US military in seizing the Russian-flagged tanker Marinera, the British Defence Ministry has said.
The oil tanker was interdicted on Wednesday in international waters to the northwest of Scotland. The Pentagon claimed the vessel, formerly known as ‘Bella 1’, had been involved in alleged “violations of US sanctions.”
The UK assisted the US during the operation at Washington’s request, the Defence Ministry said in a statement.
“Our UK Armed Forces showed skill and professionalism in support of a successful…
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