**France Releases Russia-Linked Tanker After Sanctions-Busting Fleet Allegations**
French authorities have permitted a ship previously blacklisted by the EU for its association with Russia’s sanctions-busting ‘shadow fleet’ to continue its voyage. The vessel, which has been linked to mysterious drone flights over Denmark, is now back on course.
The ship, identified as *MV Nadezhda*, was flagged for its potential role in Russia’s efforts to bypass Western sanctions by circumventing export controls on energy resources. While French officials have not provided detailed justifications for its release, the decision comes amid heightened scrutiny of Russia’s maritime activities in the North Atlantic.
The vessel’s association with drone flights over Denmark has sparked further speculation about potential links between the ship and Russian military operations. Although no direct connection has been established, the timing of its release has raised questions about the broader implications for international maritime security and sanctions enforcement.