The US has seized a sanctioned vessel in international waters off the coast of Venezuela, US officials have confirmed. This marks the second such seizure this month. The operation, led by the US Coast Guard, involved a specialized tactical team boarding the ship amidst increasing military activity in the region. President Trump has recently ordered an aggressive blockade of oil tankers linked to the Venezuelan regime, generating a wave of condemnation from Caracas. Venezuela has accused the US of stealing its oil resources, with President Maduro claiming that the US 'kidnapped the crew' of the captured vessel with their military operations resembling tactics from an era of colonialism. The US has ramped up its focus on Venezuelan waters amid allegations of drug trafficking and exploitation of oil resources by the Maduro government, which the Trump administration labels as a terrorist organization. The situation remains fluid, with the US asserting that further actions will be taken to curb illicit oil shipments that finance the Maduro regime.
US Takes Action Against Sanctioned Vessel Off Venezuela
US Takes Action Against Sanctioned Vessel Off Venezuela
The United States has seized a sanctioned vessel in international waters near Venezuela, marking a significant escalation in ongoing tensions over alleged oil trafficking.
In a move that underscores escalating tensions, US officials confirmed the seizure of a sanctioned vessel off Venezuela's coast. This incident follows President Trump's directive for a blockade on sanctioned oil shipments, and reactions from the Venezuelan government have been sharp, accusing the US of attempting to appropriate its oil resources. The US Coast Guard led the operation, which is part of a broader military presence in the region aimed at combating alleged drug smuggling activities linked to the Maduro government.
