Birte Schohaus

Birte Schohaus, Deputy Editor-in-chief at Follow the Money, dives into the shadow fleet of oil tankers aiding Russia’s war efforts. She reveals how Russia has generated over €900 billion from fossil fuel exports since the Ukraine conflict began. Schohaus highlights the paradox of Western shipowners profiting from sales to this fleet while circumventing sanctions. The discussion also examines the environmental risks posed by aging vessels and the moral complexities of European nations balancing economic interests with ethical considerations.