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Dramatic Sea Chase: US Hunts Ship Near Iceland
8 Jan
Summary
- US forces are pursuing a Venezuela-linked tanker across the Atlantic.
- The ship changed its Russian flag during the ongoing sea chase.
- The tanker altered course and slowed near Iceland and Scotland.
US forces are actively pursuing a Venezuela-linked, Russian-flagged tanker in the North Atlantic, in an operation that has evolved into a significant sea chase. This maritime pursuit began last month when the vessel escaped a US naval blockade aimed at disrupting illicit oil trade from Venezuela.
The chase continued through the Caribbean Sea and into the vast Atlantic Ocean, during which the tanker controversially changed its flag to Russia, a move likely intended to seek international protection. Unverified footage has emerged showing US special operations helicopters operating near the vessel.
Most recently, vessel tracking data indicates the tanker altered its course and reduced speed while sailing in waters between Iceland and Scotland. The US Defense Department has not commented on the ongoing operation, and the UK has stated it does not comment on the operational activities of other nations.
