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South Korea ships fuel to Russia via sanctioned tankers

Published Monday, October 5, 2026 · Updated October 6

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What We Know — Key Points

  • In July and August, over 176,000 tonnes of fuel, mostly diesel, was loaded at several South Korean ports onto seven tankers that made 14 voyages to Russia's far east.

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  • The Guardian

    The article emphasizes how South Korea's fuel shipments to Russia, particularly using sanctioned tankers, undermine the international sanctions regime and Seoul's stated support for Ukraine, making South Korea appear as a weak link in Western efforts.

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