Russian banks, shadow fleet ships, rare metals firms hit by new UK sanctions
( August 6, 2026, 10:08 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Six Russian banks and six so-called shadow fleet tankers have been targeted in the latest wave of sanctions imposed by the UK government on Russia in response to the war in Ukraine. In a statement, the government said it had also sanctioned four Russian companies importing tantalum and niobium, rare metals critical for producing military equipment.Statement follows....
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