Sweden Removes Russian Tanker Captain from EU Sanctions List

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•On May 7, 2026, Sweden officially removed the Russian captain of the tanker Sea Owl 1 from the EU sanctions list.
•The tanker Sea Owl 1, with Russian crew on board, was detained by Swedish authorities but is now intended to be released.
•The captain's removal from the sanctions list was confirmed by Swedish authorities and reported by multiple sources on May 7, 2026.
•The tanker Sea Owl 1 is heading to Russia following the decision to release it.
•The removal of the captain from the sanctions list occurred amid ongoing tensions related to maritime sanctions enforcement in the Baltic Sea.

▸If Sweden proceeds with releasing the tanker Sea Owl 1 Russia will regain control of the vessel, potentially easing maritime tensions and allowing resumption of commercial shipping activities.

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