French Navy Boards Sanctioned Oil Tanker in Atlantic
French naval forces boarded the oil tanker Tagor on Sunday while it sailed from Russia in the Atlantic Ocean. The vessel is subject to international sanctions. The operation occurred on the high seas with support from several partners.
nbcnews.comFrench naval personnel boarded the oil tanker Tagor on Sunday in the Atlantic Ocean. The vessel was subject to international sanctions and was sailing from Russia. The boarding took place on the high seas.
Officials said the operation complied with the law of the sea and received support from several partners, including the United Kingdom. A handout photo released by the French Navy showed personnel approaching the tanker. The image was obtained by Reuters on June 1, 2026.
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