French justice opens investigation into Russian 'ghost fleet'

A criminal investigation targets Russians suspected of profiting from ships bypassing Western embargoes.

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The case, revealed Thursday, focuses on vessels used to export oil despite sanctions.

The probe may uncover the scale of bypass networks across Europe.

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