Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) is actively countering Russia's "shadow fleet," which facilitates the export of oil and energy resources.
According to GUR data published on the War&Sanctions portal, 51 Russian vessels have been identified that are used to fill the aggressor’s military budget with oil revenues, enabling it to continue its aggression against Ukraine.
The updated list includes oil tankers that facilitate the maritime export of Russian oil and petroleum products, as well as cargo ships calling at closed ports in the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine, specifically in Mariupol and Kerch.
Russia systematically uses maritime logistics not only to export energy resources but also to transport stolen Ukrainian resources, such as grain, ore, and coal. At the same time, the aggressor is attempting to integrate the occupied territories into its economic system by opening Ukrainian ports to foreign vessels.
To conceal such activities, Russia uses vessels flying the flags of third countries, including those that officially support Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
