Putin’s escalating maritime rhetoric warns Western nations that detaining Russian commercial ships crosses into piracy, vowing reciprocal action anywhere — even neutral waters. Russia’s Pacific Fleet is now actively escorting vessels and preparing to inspect and seize ships from “unfriendly” countries, many flying flags of convenience to evade sanctions. With Europe already targeting suspected “shadow fleet” tankers and the EU sanctioning hundreds of vessels, Moscow is doubling down, backed by Medvedev’s assertion that any merchant ship aiding Ukraine can be seized — setting the stage for a global naval standoff.

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