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Russia condemned the U.S. seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker, the Marinera, in the Atlantic, calling it a violation of maritime law and "outright piracy." The U.S. action was part of efforts to block oil exports from Venezuela. Russia demanded humane treatment and swift return of the crew. The Marinera had previously evaded a U.S. blockade. The seizure occurred amid strained U.S.-Russia

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