Russian shadow fleet in German waters: Berlin remains inactive:
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Key FactsHofreiter Calls for Naval Action Against Russia’s Shadow Fleet
Oct 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Nearly two months after the announcement, the Interior Ministry names no concrete new steps and points to existing instruments.
- Authorities barred several ships from passing through German territorial waters after finding false flags, questionable registrations or documentation irregularities.
- Estimates put Russia’s annual oil exports through the Baltic Sea at around €100 billion; nearly half of its oil exports use this route.
- Hofreiter says Germany has not boarded a single shadow-fleet ship in recent months and calls for naval operations.
“I believe the main reason for this is fear of political responsibility.”— Anton Hofreiter of the Greens, chair of the Bundestag’s Committee on European Affairs, said this while criticizing Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt’s reluctance to act against the shadow fleet.
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Key FactsHazardous Russian Tankers off Rügen Coastline
Jul 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The stranded tanker 'Eventin' has remained off Rügen for over 18 months amid ongoing legal disputes.
- The number of outdated Russian vessels in the Baltic Sea surged, with 42 using the route near Rügen between March and June 2026.
- Sweden tightened inspections, detaining several tankers, while German authorities allowed most ships to pass freely.
- Greenpeace urges Germany to strengthen laws and rigorously inspect tankers lacking valid flags or insurance.
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