Malaysia Seizes Crude Oil from Tankers Suspected of Illegally Transferring Oil at Sea
Malaysian authorities reported the seizure of crude oil from several tankers suspected of illegal ship-to-ship (STS) transfers without proper permits. According to law enforcement, the vessels were identified during inspections in waters off the coast of Malaysia. The inspection revealed that the tankers were transferring oil between ships at anchor without notifying the appropriate government […]
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Moldova Extends Temporary Protection for Ukrainians Until March 1, 2027
The Government of the Republic of Moldova has officially extended the temporary protection regime for Ukrainian citizens for another year—until March 1, 2027. Unlike previous years, the extension will no longer be automatic. To maintain your status, you must submit an online application. How to extend your status: 🟠 Application deadline: February 1 to April […]
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The US is tightening its strike ring around Iran: Air Force and Navy already in position.
According to open sources, the US has sharply increased its military presence in the Middle East: ✈️ AircraftFifth-generation F-35 fighter jets and EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft took off from bases in Puerto Rico and Virginia. Today, they landed in Spain for refueling—a standard procedure before deploying to the region. 🚢 FleetAmerican naval groups are […]
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US returns previously seized tanker to Venezuela — Reuters
The US is returning to Venezuela an oil tanker seized in January, two US officials told Reuters. The tanker in question is the Panamanian-flagged M/T Sophia. According to the agency, this is the first known instance of the Trump administration returning a vessel previously detained under sanctions. The reasons for this decision have not been […]
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Applying for a Polish passport is now possible online!
Good news: you no longer need to go to the captain’s office in person and wait in line—you can now apply for a Polish passport remotely via ePUAP.gov.pl. ▶️ We have a video guide and are sharing it with everyone who wants one. For those who don’t have time to delve into the details, we […]
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