American forces seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after a lengthy pursuit. The vessel, previously sanctioned for smuggling for Hezbollah, attempted to evade a US blockade. Despite claims of Russian protection, the US considers the ship stateless, marking the second such seizure by American forces in the Caribbean.
'Anywhere in world': US on seizing Russia-flagged ship; another tanker boarded
📅 Published: January 7, 2026 |
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