US strengthens grip on Venezuela by seizing two oil tankers, including one flying the Russian flag
- Posted on January 8, 2026
- By Le Monde
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US strengthens grip on Venezuela by seizing two oil tankers, including one flying the Russian flag
The US Coast Guard pursued the ship, which had placed itself under Russian protection, as far as the waters off Iceland. Washington said it belonged to the 'ghost fleet' transporting oil under sanctions.
