Cameroon Rejects Link to Smyrtos Tanker Intercepted by UK Marines, Says It Is Off Register
Updated
Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 17
Cameroon Rejects Link to Smyrtos Tanker Intercepted by UK Marines, Says It Is Off Register
3 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 17
Summary
Transport Minister Jean Ernest Massena Ngalle Bibehe said the crude tanker Smyrtos is not listed on Cameroon’s maritime register, distancing the country from a vessel sailing under its flag.
UK defense forces tracked and intercepted the tanker in the English Channel over the weekend, prompting scrutiny of the ship’s registration and ownership.
Cameroon’s denial points to a possible false-flag or irregular registration issue, widening questions beyond the interception itself.