Norway seizes Russian Arctic science vessel at Kiev's request(opens in a new tab)
Norway seized the Russian science vessel Molchanov in the Arctic at Kiev’s request, with the crew reported safe by Russian officials.
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Norway Seizes Russian Science Vessel Molchanov in the Arctic at Ukraine’s Request
In the Arctic, Norway seized the Russian science vessel *Molchanov* after a request from Ukraine. Russian Far East Minister Aleksey Chekunkov confirmed the crew is safe, and lawyers for Arktikugol were involved in the proceedings—highlighting heightened tensions between Russia, Ukraine, and Norway.
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Norway seized a Russian Arctic science vessel following a request from Kiev, heightening tensions in the region.