Justice · London, United Kingdom · November 6, 2026

UK jailing of Indian captain over Russia sanctions sparks backlash

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Nov 6, 3:32 AM ET · from an earlier edition that day

Captain Ajay Pant was jailed in the UK after British soldiers seized a tanker described as part of a shadow fleet. He was in international waters at the time. Analysts say the case creates a perfect storm for relations.

Why it matters

The case shows the personal risk crews face in sanctions enforcement.

Background

Shadow fleet tankers move Russian oil around sanctions.

Sources

• Al Jazeera ↗Nov 6, 3:32 AM ET

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