Japan has warned that Russia will not be able to easily circumvent restrictions on aviation fuel exports, as Tokyo moves to strengthen enforcement of sanctions aimed at limiting Moscow's access to critical supplies for its aviation sector.
The warning follows reports that Russian entities have sought alternative routes to obtain jet fuel and related products after a series of international sanctions imposed since the invasion of Ukraine. Japanese officials said export controls remain in force and that any attempts to bypass restrictions through third countries or intermediary arrangements would face increased scrutiny.
