Kaja Kallas
EU's Strategic Initiative to Counter Russia's Shadow Fleet: Enhanced Maritime Inspections and International Cooperation
Oct 20, 2025 09:27 pm CST
The European Union is developing new strategies to enhance member states' authority to inspect Russia's "shadow fleet" of oil tankers that circumvent sanctions. With estimates of 600-1,400 vessels in operation, the EU is proposing agreements with flag states for pre-authorized inspections, while balancing enforcement needs with potential global maritime precedents.
Russia's Lavrov Claims at G20 UN Meeting: "Ukraine Crisis Provoked by West" as NATO and EU Accused of Waging War Against Russia
Sep 26, 2025 09:44 am CST
At a G20 foreign ministers meeting at the United Nations, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused NATO and the European Union of using Ukraine to wage war against Russia. His comments came days after US President Trump criticized Russia's military performance in Ukraine, while British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper dismissed Lavrov's claims as "false fantasy world distortions" as Russian forces continue to occupy 20% of Ukrainian territory.
NATO Slams 'Reckless' Moscow After Intercepting Russian Jets Over Estonia
Sep 20, 2025 02:28 am CST
NATO said Friday it had scrambled aircraft to intercept Russian jets violating Estonian airspace, calling it proof of Moscow's "reckless" behaviour and the alliance's readiness to counter it.