In a bizarre twist, the crew of the Bella 1 oil tanker has painted a crude Russian flag on its hull while being pursued by the US Coast Guard. This act complicates the legalities of seizing the vessel, which is under US sanctions for allegedly shipping Iranian oil. The situation raises questions about the future of US efforts to control Venezuelan oil exports.
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 significant escalation, the U.S. Coast Guard boarded a tanker carrying Venezuelan oil, amid rising tensions with President Maduro. The operation raises questions about maritime law and international trade.
The U.S. Coast Guard has seized a second vessel in international waters, reinforcing President Trump's blockade of sanctioned oil tankers from Venezuela. This operation follows a recent military buildup in Latin America.
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 bold move, the U.S. Coast Guard has seized the M/T Skipper, an oil tanker linked to terrorist organizations. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to enforce sanctions against adversarial nations.
In a daring move, the Trump administration has seized the oil tanker Skipper off Venezuela's coast, marking a significant escalation in efforts to destabilize Nicolás Maduro's regime through sanctions and military might.
In a bold move, the U.S. has seized a Venezuelan oil tanker, stirring controversy and raising questions about its implications for international relations and oil markets. White House officials clarify the legal process behind the seizure, while Venezuela calls it an act of piracy.
In a bold move, President Trump signals intentions to seize more oil tankers off Venezuela's coast, escalating pressure on Maduro. The U.S. already seized a tanker transporting oil to Iran, with more actions expected soon. What does this mean for global oil markets and U.S.-Venezuela relations?