Swinney backs action against Russia after Scots airports used during tanker operation
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Key Points:
- The US Coast Guard, supported by the British military, seized the Russian-flagged tanker Marinera in the North Atlantic near Scotland, accusing it of violating sanctions related to Iranian oil and being part of Vladimir Putin's "shadow fleet."
- First Minister John Swinney expressed support for enforcing sanctions against Russia, emphasizing the importance of upholding measures designed to counter Russia's illegal actions in Ukraine, though he was not briefed on the operation details.
- Military aircraft from the US Air Force and Navy landed at Scottish airports during the operation, but Swinney stated he had no information linking these landings directly to the seizure and highlighted the need for better communication from the UK government.
- The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed the operation complied with international
