<h1>Aging Tankers Evade Western Sanctions, Keep Russian Oil Revenue Stable Despite Price Cap and Safety Concerns.</h1> Western sanctions aimed at curbing Russia's oil revenue have been circumvented by a 'shadow fleet' of over 400 aging tankers. These vessels, often owned by opaque entities in non-sanctioning countries, help Russia evade a USD 60 per barrel price cap, maintaining its oil income. This fleet, while not hiding its operations, raises concerns about safety and environmental risks due to their age and questionable insurance. Despite sanctions impacting some vessels, Russia's oil revenue has remained stable, funding its military activities and stabilizing its economy. Western efforts continue to monitor and restrict these operations.