A series of mysterious explosions on oil tankers has raised concerns across the global maritime industry, with observers ...

An explosion occurred on the Vilamoura tanker, part of Russia's shadow fleet, on June 27 in the engine room. The incident happened while the ship was sailing from the port of Zueitina in Libya, ...

The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s Syrian regime and the increase in Russian Libya involvement may seem like unrelated phenomena. However, Russia’s shift towards Libya is a direct reaction to ...

While not carrying Russian oil directly, the vessel's route made it a target amid rising geopolitical tensions.

At least four oil tankers have been involved in explosions since early 2025 that investigators believe were caused by limpet mines.

The Vilamoura oil tanker explosion off Libya highlights concerns about Russia's shadow fleet and sanctions evasion in global ...

An oil tanker near Libya carrying crude exploded, raising concerns as a trend of similar incidents involving vessels linked ...

Libya causes concern in the EU due to Russian infiltration, migratory pressures, energy deals and growing terrorism, with ...

Libya, where Russia already has a presence, is acknowledged as the only practical alternative should Russia decide to withdraw all or some of its forces from Syria. However, ...

Libya’s Future in Peril Again, While Russia Expands Its Influence By Cyril Widdershoven - May 17, 2025, 4:00 PM CDT. Libya will offer 22 onshore and offshore blocks in a major bid round this ...

If Russia entrenches itself in Libya unopposed, it will create problems for Europe in the Mediterranean and Africa. The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s Syrian regime and the increase in Russian ...