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April 17, 2026

Arrest lifted: Deyna tanker leaves French territorial waters

There are no Russian citizens among the Deyna tanker's crew

Arrest lifted: Deyna tanker leaves French territorial waters

TL;DR

  • The Deyna tanker has been released by French authorities after its owner paid a fine.
  • The fine was imposed for failure to provide proof of vessel ownership and a flag.
  • The tanker has left French territorial waters but remains under supervision.
  • France had detained the tanker, flying a Mozambican flag, with the alleged involvement of Russia's 'shadow fleet'.
  • The operation involved allies like the UK and was based on the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea.
  • The Russian embassy stated there are no Russian citizens among the crew.
  • Russia condemned the West's actions regarding vessels in international waters.

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