The Kremlin has warned that Russia may respond harshly to Estonia's action to capture an oil tanker, underlining heightened tensions in the Baltic Sea

Estonia's unsuccessful attempt to stop an oil tanker bound for Russia has provoked harsh reactions from the Kremlin, which has said it will use all available means to protect its maritime interests. Estonia has accused Russia of deploying a fighter jet during the incident, while the temporary detention of a Greek tanker has raised concerns about maritime traffic in the Baltic Sea. The Kremlin spokesman emphasized that Russia is ready to respond firmly to actions considered hostile by EU member states and Britain.