Three tankers linked to Russia’s shadow fleet hit by U.S. forces

Three of the five tankers struck by U.S. forces on September 8 are linked to Russia’s shadow fleet.

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The attacks aim to disrupt Russian oil exports despite international sanctions.

Ukraine confirmed the vessels' ties to Moscow.

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