RAF scrambled to 'sanctioned Russian-linked tanker in distress' near UK waters
The RAF is reportedly involved in an emergency response concerning a tanker under UK sanctions, after the vessel was reported to have issued a distress alert in the North Atlantic.
TL;DR
- The RAF is responding to a distress alert from a tanker named Myra.
- The vessel is under UK sanctions for allegedly transporting Russian oil.
- Myra issued the distress alert in the North Atlantic, hundreds of miles west of the Outer Hebrides.
- The tanker was experiencing severe weather with waves up to 8.8 metres and wind gusts of up to 70 knots.
- RAF Lossiemouth and Aberdeen Coastguard are reportedly involved in the response.
- Nearby vessels capable of providing assistance were asked to contact the UK Coastguard.