Question follow-through · 10093

Russia: Shipping

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps are being taken with international partners to prevent Russian Shadow Fleet vessels utilising the re opening of the Straits of Hormuz.

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Ministry of Defence
Tabled
16 Jun 2026
Target answer date
22 Jun 2026
Answer
22 Jun 2026 · 6 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 16 Jun 2026

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps are being taken with international partners to prevent Russian Shadow Fleet vessels utilising the re opening of the Straits of Hormuz.

  2. 22 Jun 2026

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  3. 22 Jun 2026

    Answer published

    The UK is working closely with international partners to address the challenge posed by Russia's "shadow fleet", including in key maritime routes such as the Strait of Hormuz. This includes close coordination with Allies to monitor, track and, w...

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