Russia-linked tanker stopped by France resumes voyage: vessel trackers

A tanker from Russia's "shadow fleet" detained by the French navy was heading towards the Suez Canal Friday with its captain back on board, according to data from maritime websites and a source close to the case. The tanker's Chinese captain -- who had been due to appear in a French court in February over failing to comply with orders from the French navy -- and first mate were back on board, a source close to the case said.

Russia-linked tanker stopped by France resumes voyage: vessel trackers
A tanker from Russia's "shadow fleet" detained by the French navy was heading towards the Suez Canal Friday with its captain back on board, according to data from maritime websites and a source close to the case. The tanker's Chinese captain -- who had been due to appear in a French court in February over failing to comply with orders from the French navy -- and first mate were back on board, a source close to the case said.