The MV Alaed which altered course after being hailed by Dutch authorities and was north-west of Scotland last night
Britain Stops Russian Ship Carrying Attack Helicopters For Syria -- The Telegraph
A Russian ship believed to be carrying helicopters and missiles for Syria has been effectively stopped in its tracks off the coast of Scotland after its insurance was cancelled at the behest of the British government.
The British marine insurer Standard Club said it had withdrawn cover from all the ships owned by Femco, a Russian cargo line, including the MV Alaed.
"We were made aware of the allegations that the Alaed was carrying munitions destined for Syria," the company said in a statement. "We have already informed the ship owner that their insurance cover ceased automatically in view of the nature of the voyage."
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Update: Syria-bound Russian cargo ship loses insurance -- CNN
My Comment: It looks like an admission to me on what is aboard that cargo ship. As to what will be the consequences .... I expect the Russian government will have to go into the insurance business .... at least when it comes to sending military cargo to Syria.
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With reports that the ship was interdicted by the Royal Navy, we may be seeing a new strategy by NATO member-states that falls neatly between sanctions and military intervention, by harassing those who are aiding and abetting the Syrian government in the course of its crimes against humanity. It will be interesting to see if they continue with this plan of action. http://bit.ly/KJu7aO
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