Tensions escalate as the US Coast Guard actively pursues a vessel linked to Venezuela's illegal oil trade. The situation intensifies following recent tanker seizures and accusations of drug-related funding.
In a dramatic predawn operation, U.S. forces boarded a Panama-flagged vessel off Venezuela, just days after Trump announced a total blockade on sanctioned oil tankers. What does this mean for U.S.-Venezuela relations?
In a bold move, the US Coast Guard is interdicting a second sanctioned vessel off Venezuela's coast, following the recent seizure of an oil tanker involved in illicit operations. Details are scarce, but tensions rise in the Caribbean Sea.
The U.S. military has boarded a non-sanctioned tanker transporting Venezuelan oil, signaling a firm stance against Maduro's regime. This action follows the recent seizure of another vessel, raising concerns about U.S. intervention in Venezuelan oil shipments.
In a daring operation, the U.S. seized the oil tanker The Skipper off the coast of Venezuela, targeting its role in an illicit oil network. This high-stakes mission involved special operations forces and helicopters, marking a significant escalation in U.S. efforts against sanctioned oil transport.
The USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group has entered the U.S. Southern Command area to combat transnational crime and bolster security in the Western Hemisphere, featuring over 4,000 Sailors and advanced warfighting capabilities.
In a bold move, the Pentagon has dispatched the USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group to Latin America, intensifying efforts to combat drug trafficking. This deployment comes amid ongoing strikes against narcotics smuggling operations, raising the stakes in the fight against illicit activities in the region.
Despite recent Houthi attacks that sunk two vessels, maritime experts say there's no immediate decline in Red Sea shipping. Companies previously rerouted ships, but current transit levels remain steady.
A former British soldier turned smuggler reveals how he transported Vietnamese migrants by yacht into UK marinas. His shocking confessions highlight ongoing vulnerabilities in maritime security and the risks of human trafficking.
The U.S. has finalized a groundbreaking arms package worth nearly $142 billion with Saudi Arabia, marking a significant boost in defense cooperation. This historic agreement covers various sectors, including advanced military aircraft and air defense systems.