Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project, which is under U.S. sanctions, has reached a new milestone by delivering its first cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to China after a year-long delay. A tanker carrying LNG from the sanctioned facility, operated by Novatek, docked at a Chinese terminal, marking the first time fuel from this U.S.-blacklisted plant has arrived in China. This development suggests a potential shift in Beijing's stance on sanctions and raises questions about the enforcement of U.S. sanctions on Russian energy exports. Analysts indicate that the shipment is less about meeting demand and more about testing the resolve of U.S. sanctions policy. Tracking data and satellite imagery confirm the tanker’s berth in China, highlighting a notable moment in the global energy and geopolitical landscape.