French Navy

The French Navy is the naval force of France, responsible for maritime defense and security. It is currently newsworthy due to its interception of a tanker, named the 'Grinch', in the Mediterranean Sea. The tanker is suspected of being part of Russia's "shadow fleet," a network of vessels allegedly used to circumvent international sanctions imposed on Russia. Recent events involve the French Navy boarding and searching the 'Grinch', diverting it to a port near Marseille-Fos for further investigation. The Indian captain of the vessel is now in French custody, facing scrutiny for the ship's failure to fly a flag and suspected violations of sanctions. This action highlights the French Navy's role in enforcing international sanctions and monitoring maritime activity in the Mediterranean, particularly concerning vessels linked to Russia.