Sanctioned Russian Ship Mys Zhelaniya Brings Military Cargo to Libya

The sanctioned Russian vessel Mys Zhelaniya delivered military cargo to Libya under the protection of a naval warship.

Satellite images of the Port of Tobruk, published on X by the user SONARROW, confirm the delivery.

The voyage was closely monitored as the ship departed from Baltiysk escorted by a Project 1155 Udaloy-class large anti-submarine warfare vessel.

The use of a warship of this class for escort indicates the high value of the cargo delivered, which is likely intended to support Russia’s “African Corps” in the region.

Although Mys Zhelaniya concealed its destination port in navigation systems, the recorded route and prior intelligence confirmed that the unloading took place in Tobruk.

At the same time, another sanctioned vessel, Sparta IV, is heading toward the Syrian port of Tartus.

There is a high probability that Sparta IV is carrying military equipment, as both ships traveled together from Baltiysk under the escort of a warship.

Despite declaring the same destination, the vessels’ routes later diverged.

Sparta IV traditionally declares an Egyptian port, but its actual course often leads to the Syrian port of Tartus, which hosts a Russian military base.

As of January 9, 2026, the Russian convoy was located south of the Portuguese coast.

It is worth noting that both vessels are owned by companies directly involved in advancing Russia’s military and energy ambitions.

In particular, Sparta IV is owned by SK-Yug, a subsidiary of the sanctioned firm Oboronlogistika, which specializes in supplying the Ministry of Defense of Russia.

Mys Zhelaniya, in turn, is owned by the major construction company Transstroy, which is also under sanctions.

This company is a key player in implementing large-scale Russian energy projects in the Arctic and northern regions.