- Norway seized the Russian expedition/cruise ship Professor Molchanov in Svalbard to help enforce a $4.22 billion arbitration award sought by Ukrainian energy firm Naftogaz over Crimea-era expropriations.
- Russia called the arrest "piracy," summoned Norway's ambassador and warned the move violates Svalbard treaty rules, raising diplomatic tensions.
- The 71‑metre ship — used for scientific cruises and carrying scientists/passengers — is held in Barentsburg; Norway says it will assist people returning home and a legal fight over the vessel is likely.
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