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October 17, 2024

Revealed: Putin's Sanctions-Busting Shadow Fleet Is Spilling Oil All Over the World

Politico
Maritime attorney Sean Pribyl was featured in a Politico article about the environmental risks posed by Russia's "shadow fleet" of tankers used to evade Western sanctions. The article revealed multiple instances of oil spills linked to these vessels since 2021. Mr. Pribyl provided commentary on the legal implications of these incidents, noting that intentional discharge of waste oil slops is illegal under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) treaty. The article also highlighted the growing concern over the environmental and safety hazards presented by these poorly maintained and often uninsured ships, as they continue to transport sanctioned Russian oil across global waters.

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