Germany Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker Carrying 100,000 Tons of Oil

The confiscation of the 'Eventin' underscores Germany's commitment to sanctions enforcement and environmental safety in the Baltic Sea.

The German government has taken ownership of the tanker 'Eventin' and its cargo of crude oil, valued at 40 million euros, as part of sanctions enforcement against Russia.
The 'Eventin,' flagged under Panama, was identified by the EU in February 2025 as part of Russia's shadow fleet used to evade sanctions.
The tanker became disabled near Rügen in January 2025 while transporting oil from Ust-Luga, Russia, to Egypt, raising environmental concerns.
Authorities are planning to safely offload the 100,000 tons of crude oil to mitigate potential environmental and safety risks.
Germany's decisive action is intended as a geopolitical signal to Russia, emphasizing its stance against sanction violations and oil transit through the Baltic Sea.