Spain to refuel Russian warship on return from Syria despite new sanctions

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Spain to refuel Russian warship on return from Syria despite new sanctions

The Russian cruiser Marshal Ustinov will be refuelled in Spain today after operations in Syria, despite fresh sanctions against Russia.

The American government, backed by statements from NATO officials, recently announced additional sanctions against Russia over its ongoing occupation of Crimea and its interference in eastern Ukraine.

Last year, Russia had to withdraw a request for three warships to dock at the Spanish port of Ceuta for refuelling, following concern among NATO allies however that has not happened this time. Spain is frequently under pressure from NATO allies not to allow the refuelling of the Russian warships bound for Syria.

Read more at: https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/spain-to-refuel-russian-warship-on-return-from-syria-despite-new-sanctions/