There's been a lot of talk recently about the seizing of Russian shadow fleet vessels. Obviously the US has been doing it, seizing nine ships in total so far.
France has seized two so far. Giving a multi million fine to the latest.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8xy4dl2xwgo
And surprisingly even India has seized three Russian shadow fleet vessels recently.
The UK has been saying a lot about it, but has so far only assisted the US.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0lx42jrg7do
Meetings are being held, statements are being made:
But at the same time some nations are casting doubt on the entire concept as well:
And Russia responds accordingly:
So, what do you think? Will the EU or at least those 14 countries that made the statement go all the way and start seizing these vessels? Or is it all talk and no bite? How do you think Russia will respond?