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MAJOR WIN: India CRUSHES Iran's Shadow Fleet, Seizes Three Illegal Oil Tankers in Historic Crackdown

Gary FranchiFebruary 10, 2026126 views
MAJOR WIN: India CRUSHES Iran's Shadow Fleet, Seizes Three Illegal Oil Tankers in Historic Crackdown
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In a stunning move that's sending shockwaves through Tehran's corridors of power, the Indian Coast Guard has seized three sanctioned tankers from Iran's notorious 'shadow fleet' - marking the first time India has ever taken action against these illegal oil smuggling operations.

The historic seizure targets the so-called 'dark fleet' vessels that have been brazenly circumventing international sanctions to transport Iranian, Russian, and Venezuelan oil to global markets. These rogue tankers operate outside legitimate maritime channels, helping fund some of America's worst enemies.

China's Oil Racket Gets Disrupted

Here's what the mainstream media won't tell you: China has been the primary beneficiary of this shadow fleet operation, essentially dictating rock-bottom prices for sanctioned oil since these pariah nations have nowhere else to sell. It's been a sweetheart deal for Beijing while funding Iran's terrorist activities and Russia's war machine.

But now India - a key strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific region - is finally stepping up to enforce international law. This move couldn't come at a better time, as President Trump's administration continues applying maximum pressure on Iran's criminal regime.

'This is exactly the kind of international cooperation we need to see more of,' said one defense analyst. 'India's action shows that responsible nations are tired of watching rogue regimes flout international sanctions.'

The timing is no coincidence. With Trump back in the White House and his 'America First' foreign policy gaining momentum worldwide, allies are increasingly willing to take concrete action against bad actors like Iran.

Message to Tehran: The Party's Over

This seizure represents more than just three tankers - it's a clear signal that Iran's days of easy money through shadow fleet operations are numbered. Every dollar Tehran loses from these illegal oil sales is a dollar they can't spend funding Hamas, Hezbollah, and other terrorist proxies.

Patriots should celebrate this victory, but we must ask: how many more of these shadow fleet vessels are still operating with impunity? And when will other nations follow India's courageous example?

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Gary Franchi

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EnergyAnalyst47Verifiedjust now
This is huge for global energy markets and sanctions enforcement. Does anyone know if these were the tankers with transponders turned off that were spotted near the Strait of Hormuz last month?
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PatriotMike2024Verifiedjust now
Finally someone is standing up to Iran's illegal activities! India is showing real leadership here while our own administration has been weak on enforcement.
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FreedomFirstVerifiedjust now
Exactly right Mike. Modi has more backbone than half our politicians when it comes to dealing with rogue regimes.
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NavyVet1982Verifiedjust now
As someone who served in the Persian Gulf, I can tell you these shadow fleets have been a problem for decades. The amount of illegal oil trafficking that goes on is staggering - good for India stepping up maritime security operations.
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SemperFi_DadVerifiedjust now
Thank you for your service! My son is currently deployed in that region and he's mentioned how sketchy some of these unmarked tankers are.