💨 Abstract

The U.S. seized a Russian-flagged, Venezuela-linked tanker, the Marinera, as part of efforts to control oil flows in the Americas and pressure Venezuela's socialist government. The U.S. Coast Guard and military apprehended the tanker after a two-week pursuit, risking confrontation with Russia. Additionally, another Venezuela-linked tanker, Sophia, was intercepted. China condemned the U.S. actions as "bullying." The U.S.

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