Russian Warships Are Escorting Iranian Tankers To Syria

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USNI News: Russian Navy Seen Escorting Iranian Tankers Bound for Syria 

Last week, the Iranian-flagged oil tanker Samah entered the Mediterranean Sea via the Suez Canal. After a few miles, the 900-foot-long ship stopped reporting its position and destination. 

Evidence suggests the ship sailed to Syria, escorted by two Russian Navy ships, including a destroyer. 

Russia’s role in protecting the shipment may change the dynamics in the Eastern Mediterranean. 

In the past, Iranian tankers sailing to Syria have been intercepted by the U.K. Royal Navy. The Russian Navy escort could be viewed as a precautionary step, raising the political and military risks of any intervention by the Royal Navy or others. 

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Update #1: World War 3: Russian Navy escorts Iran tanker to Syria as risk of UK intervention mounts -- Express 

Update #2: Russian Destroyers Are Escorting Iranian Tankers In Mediterranean Amid US-UK Threats -- Zero Hedge 

WNU Editor: This is all for show. These Iranian tankers can be seized in the Red Sea before they enter the Suez canal.

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