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Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by melanch(m): 3:02pm On Mar 21, 2025
Russia is like that guy everyone dislikes, yet he still thrives.
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Botragelad(op): 3:04pm On Mar 21, 2025
seunny4lif:
No other media outlet has carried this news oooh not even DW which the German government owns
The news is not on BBC, CNN and AJ News and the fact those are anti-Russia stations.
Do you think Germany has the balls to seize Russia-owned ships on international water? Not even the USA will try that
Your report said The ship was seized at a German port, not on International water and it was due to unseaworthy
Do you know how many Russian shadow fleets are passing through the Baltic every week yet no one seizes them except they dock in EU ports
Red inked girl. Go cry elsewhere! 😭😭😭😂😂😂😂

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/germany-confiscates-tanker-belonging-russian-shadow-fleet-spiegel-reports-2025-03-21/
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Botragelad(op): 3:04pm On Mar 21, 2025
shoodboi2
Softmirror
madridguy
Masterviolence
Kingsnairaland
WritterNg
Writterng the propagandist. Your tears and lies is expected here! 😂😂
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by CrownedPhoenix: 3:05pm On Mar 21, 2025
ednut1:
Germany has not forgotten what Russia did to them during WW2. Continue o
Please enlighten me, what exactly did Russia do to Germany in WWII?
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Quelme: 3:05pm On Mar 21, 2025
bigpicture001:
The worst Russia can do is to arrest a German tourist and name him or her a spy ND place 50years jail sentence non them unless Germany release the ship.. that the worst they can do...

But EU citizens don't have sense.. stop going to Russia .. just stop... Russia will continue by o arrst them and use them as leverage for exchange of what they want back...
hope you know the artic waters is gradually opening up.
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Iceberg3: 3:07pm On Mar 21, 2025
100k tons!!!!!
Waooo...that's a vlcc or ulcc

Ikaeniyan0:
Germany does not have the right to seize it
They are not talking about pako flying boat at Iragbiji operated by these egun boys..... grin
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Wealthoptulent(m): 3:11pm On Mar 21, 2025
3rd Werin dey load again so?

Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by seunny4lif(m): 3:11pm On Mar 21, 2025
Botragelad:
Red inked girl. Go cry elsewhere! 😭😭😭😂😂😂😂

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/germany-confiscates-tanker-belonging-russian-shadow-fleet-spiegel-reports-2025-03-21/
Do you even read the news, The ship found her way into Germany's Northern coast.

A tugboat was holding it in position and others were en route, CCME said, adding it was evaluating next steps. Evacuation of the 24-member crew was not necessary, it said.
"Russia endangers our European security not only with its illegal war of aggression against Ukraine but also through severed cables ... disinformation campaigns, GPS jammers, and, indeed, with decrepit oil tankers," Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said in a statement.
"With the unscrupulous use of a fleet of rusting tankers, (Russian President Vladimir) Putin not only circumvents sanctions but also deliberately accepts the risk of halting tourism in the Baltic Sea region."
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Leonardo4(m): 3:12pm On Mar 21, 2025
Asonaijaaso:
Putin will give them 48hrs to release it.
Lol 48hrs ? And it's over 2 months already .Or maybe you thought they seized it today
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by bigpicture001: 3:15pm On Mar 21, 2025
Quelme:
hope you know the artic waters is gradually opening up.
You don't follow this war . I do from the first whistle.... Russia is weak just feigning strength... All trump need to do is continue the full support of Ukraine...

Russia will continue to beg NK for troops and equipment... Untill both are tired...

U see, the amount of land Russia seized, thy don't have enough troops to guide ND protect it.. if this peace deal is reached.. they will fully secure those territories.. that's why Ukraine don't want th ceas fire...

U juts don't follow the war... I follow from both western side ND Russian bloggers in telegram
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Botragelad(op): 3:15pm On Mar 21, 2025
seunny4lif:
Do you even read the news, The ship found her way into Germany's Northern coast.

A tugboat was holding it in position and others were en route, CCME said, adding it was evaluating next steps. Evacuation of the 24-member crew was not necessary, it said.
"Russia endangers our European security not only with its illegal war of aggression against Ukraine but also through severed cables ... disinformation campaigns, GPS jammers, and, indeed, with decrepit oil tankers," Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said in a statement.
"With the unscrupulous use of a fleet of rusting tankers, (Russian President Vladimir) Putin not only circumvents sanctions but also deliberately accepts the risk of halting tourism in the Baltic Sea region."
So, was the tanker actually seized by the German authorities, or not? Did it happen, or not?

No one asked for your life story! 😂😂
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by fortunez1(m): 3:17pm On Mar 21, 2025
Jj
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Ndenomy: 3:18pm On Mar 21, 2025
Botragelad:
What has been for ages, kid?

Russia is a criminal state. Stop whingeing about it. I doubt Trump would be able to save him from the ruin that lies ahead.
I’m talking about sanction bypass. Do you think europe don’t use Russia oil despite sanctions?
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Educationalserv: 3:18pm On Mar 21, 2025
Botragelad:
Does Russia have the right to invade and annex part of Ukraine? 😂

The tanker in question formed part of Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet”, an illegal network of dilapidated vessels used to smuggle oil at prices exceeding the £60-per-barrel cap imposed by international sanctions. These ships are a danger.

Germany was entirely within its rights as a coastal state to stop likely catastrophes that could wreak devastation on the Baltic Sea and its economy. What’s the harm in that?

We call them rogue ships. Putin employs them for illegal operations to finance his war against Ukraine. Germany is simply upholding the sanctions agreed upon by the EU, G7, and other allies. If anything, Germany deserves praise for taking a stand against Putin's lawlessness instead of looking the other way. You ought to be glad! 😊
was Germany invade how e Concern am .
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by WritterNg: 3:18pm On Mar 21, 2025
Botragelad:
Haha. Russia trying to evade sanctions! 😂

shoodboi2
Softmirror
madridguy
Masterviolence
Kingsnairaland
WritterNg
Writterng the propagandist. Your tears and lies is expected here! 😂😂
Even small Finland seizes Russian ships too. It was in German waters so they have the right to do it.

Iran have seized US vessels too many times as well.

Don't you know that Russia also seizes foreign vessels in its waters?
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by gigabyte13: 3:20pm On Mar 21, 2025
muyico:
Since January! And Russia no blow Germany finished
Since January
We are ending March soon.
Russia sef no where madness no dey enter
You don ever see a mad person wey craze enter fire burn before....huh??
Madness recognizes fire.
Germany no be Ukraine
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by TempleHouse: 3:21pm On Mar 21, 2025
The rag-tag Russian soldiers that can't defeat Ukraine want to challenge Germany ❓

Just Imagine !!
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by thatigboman: 3:25pm On Mar 21, 2025
Asonaijaaso:
Putin will give them 48hrs to release it.
something held since january
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Botragelad(op): 3:25pm On Mar 21, 2025
WritterNg:
Even small Finland seizes Russian ships too. It was in German waters so they have the right to do it.

Iran have seized US vessels too many times as well.

Don't you know that Russia also seizes foreign vessels in its waters?
How does that justifies or excuses the blatant lawlessness of Russia’s shadow fleet?

If Finland, country with a population smaller than London, can hold its own against Russia’s trash, doesn’t that make Germany’s actions even more commendable? Haha

Imagine comparing Iran seizing US vessels to Germany enforcing internationally agreed upon sanctions? Where's the correlation,boy?. Or do you think Iran’s maritime piracy is admirable?

Now, tell me, when was the last time Germany sailed into the Black Sea to smuggle oil out under Putin’s nose?. The Eventin wasn’t innocently floating along.
It was sneaking around the Baltic Sea trying to dodge EU sanctions . Coward Putin got caught this time. Cry about it! 😂
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Botragelad(op): 3:26pm On Mar 21, 2025
Ndenomy:
I’m talking about sanction bypass. Do you think europe don’t use Russia oil despite sanctions?
So what?
Do you understand what sanctions mean at all? Read my initial statement.
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Guestmale: 3:27pm On Mar 21, 2025
Asonaijaaso:
Putin will give them 48hrs to release it.
Since January 48hrs yet to elapsed.
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by lucianohase(m): 3:28pm On Mar 21, 2025
Russia will reciprocate oh
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Moniya4Real(m): 3:31pm On Mar 21, 2025
Can you imagine? "International sanctions"- by who? The United Nations or by some power blocks?. They call sanctions they impose as a block or treaty as international as if it was by the UN.
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by diverseconcepts: 3:32pm On Mar 21, 2025
they want W3 by all means undecided
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Riskymarvelous(m): 3:33pm On Mar 21, 2025
SadiqBabaSani:
Invitation for trouble
heaven won't fall
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by IamaNigerianGuy(m): 3:34pm On Mar 21, 2025
Your submission is fucking stupid. There is nothing legal about EU sanctions - they were never ratified by the UN.

Botragelad:
Does Russia have the right to invade and annex part of Ukraine? 😂

The tanker in question formed part of Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet”, an illegal network of dilapidated vessels used to smuggle oil at prices exceeding the £60-per-barrel cap imposed by international sanctions. These ships are a danger.

Germany was entirely within its rights as a coastal state to stop likely catastrophes that could wreak devastation on the Baltic Sea and its economy. What’s the harm in that?

We call them rogue ships. Putin employs them for illegal operations to finance his war against Ukraine. Germany is simply upholding the sanctions agreed upon by the EU, G7, and other allies. If anything, Germany deserves praise for taking a stand against Putin's lawlessness instead of looking the other way. You ought to be glad! 😊
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Jorge91: 3:35pm On Mar 21, 2025
Ikaeniyan0:
Germany does not have the right to seize it
Then it should have Stayed in russia or Panama.
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by adebowales: 3:35pm On Mar 21, 2025
Danisaint112:
Power crazy dictator Putin will learn the hard way. It's crazy when I hear fools tell you they prefer a Russian or Chinese world power rule than U.S.A

U.S.A might not be a saint but their leaders are ten times better than theirs. If Russia or China becomes world power by mistake, every body mind go dey. Una go know na rice and beans una dey chop since.

Na person wey never travel na him no know. Freaking dictators.
ogbeni shut up! If Russia or china becomes the world power! There would be mutual developments. China gives Africa rails and loan, they don’t force you to accept gays and lesbianism like US does
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by nwirinedu(m): 3:36pm On Mar 21, 2025
These idiots are just trying to provoke a war.
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Botragelad(op): 3:42pm On Mar 21, 2025
IamaNigerianGuy:
Your submission is fucking stupid. There is nothing legal about EU sanctions - they were never ratified by the UN.
Since when did international law require every single sanction to be rubber-stamped by the UN? The United Nations isn’t some global dictator dictating what individual countries or coalitions can do, member states are perfectly entitled to impose measures against nations violating international norms. Or, are you saying the EU, G7, and other allies should just sit back while Russia invades Ukraine and funds its war with illegal oil smuggling? 🤷🏼

If we’re going to start nitpicking legality, let’s talk about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a blatant violation of international law under the UN Charter (Article 2(4), if you’re curious). Funny how you didn’t mention that little detail.
Is it only “illegal” when it inconveniences Russia? Or do you think annexing sovereign territory and funding wars through illegal shadow fleets is somehow above reproach?Because last I checked, running illegal tankers to smuggle oil above the £60-per-barrel cap is breaking the rules.

Does Russia even have any moral, or legal right to invade and annex parts of Ukraine? And don’t bother telling me the same arguments about NATO , because none of that justifies breaching sovereignty or financing wars via illegal means. Explain why exactly you think Germany was wrong to stop a ship actively violating sanctions.
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by frog12: 3:49pm On Mar 21, 2025
i dey wait for the next war. this time around, the russians should may just wipe every germans away instead of mercy

Ikaeniyan0:
Germany does not have the right to seize it
Re: Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker. by Quelme: 3:50pm On Mar 21, 2025
bigpicture001:
You don't follow this war . I do from the first whistle.... Russia is weak just feigning strength... All trump need to do is continue the full support of Ukraine...

Russia will continue to beg NK for troops and equipment... Untill both are tired...

U see, the amount of land Russia seized, thy don't have enough troops to guide ND protect it.. if this peace deal is reached.. they will fully secure those territories.. that's why Ukraine don't want th ceas fire...

U juts don't follow the war... I follow from both western side ND Russian bloggers in telegram
okay. You are neck deep into Western hullabaloo. I rest my case...
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