On April 9, 2024, it was reported that the Latvian-registered ship Zircone is used to refuel the Russian shadow fleet from ships located off Gotland in the Baltic Sea. The ship is operated by a Latvian company which industry media claims does not refuse Russian vessels. These activities effectively support Russian maritime operations in the region. Swedish official Tobias Billström indicated that measures to restrict the shadow fleet’s movement within the Baltic Sea are under consideration. This development highlights ongoing economic and logistical support challenges of Russian maritime proxies within Baltic waters.

On April 9, 2024, it was reported that the Latvian-registered ship Zircone is used to refuel the Russian shadow fleet from ships located off Gotland in the Baltic Sea. The ship is operated by a Latvian company which industry media claims does not refuse Russian vessels. These activities effectively support Russian maritime operations in the region. Swedish official Tobias Billström indicated that measures to restrict the shadow fleet’s movement within the Baltic Sea are under consideration. This development highlights ongoing economic and logistical support challenges of Russian maritime proxies within Baltic waters.