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Italian Military Inspects Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker

On August 2, 2026, the Italian Navy inspected the "Toa Payoh" tanker, associated with Russia's so-called "shadow fleet." The operation took place as part of the EU naval mission EUNAVFOR MED "Irini," aimed at verifying the legality of the ship's registration under the Cameroonian flag. The inspection lasted about two hours and concluded without incidents.

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Now Italians Inspect Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker in the Mediterranean

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    Italians Inspect Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker in the Mediterranean

    During the inspection of the tanker Toa Payoh, a change in the number of detentions has been recorded, now it is 201 exceptional event.

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    Italian Navy Boarded Russian Tanker in International Waters

    Data on tanker inspections has changed; the new figures now total 250 in 2023.

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    Italian Navy Lands on Russian Tanker in International Waters

    The Italian Navy executed a boarding on a tanker owned by Russia's "shadow fleet" in international waters, successfully confirming its identity.

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