Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling for legal mechanisms to seize Russian oil transported by a fleet of tankers Russia uses to evade international sanctions. These vessels, often referred to as a “shadow fleet,” allow Moscow to continue exporting oil despite restrictions imposed following the invasion of Ukraine. Zelenskyy’s demand aims to further pressure Russia economically by depriving it of revenue generated from oil sales. The move seeks to directly target the financial resources fueling the ongoing conflict. Details on the specific legal pathways for such confiscation remain unclear, but the call signals a heightened effort to disrupt Russian economic activity. This action would represent a significant escalation in efforts to enforce sanctions and limit Russia’s ability to finance the war. The Ukrainian government believes this is a crucial step in increasing pressure on Moscow.