Zelensky Praises French Interception of Russian Tanker

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky today praised the interception of a Russian tanker by the French Navy in the Mediterranean Sea. Zelensky stated that this action is “exactly the kind of solution needed” to stop Russia from funding the war through revenue from oil sales. The Ukrainian president questioned on X (formerly Twitter) whether it would be fair to seize and sell the oil carried by the tanker. This statement highlights Ukraine's effort to limit Russia's financial ability to continue the war. The interception of the Russian tanker is a significant step in the effort to enforce sanctions against Russia and disrupt the flow of revenue that funds its military operations. Ukraine has repeatedly called on its international partners to take stricter measures to limit Russia's ability to wage war.