All articles tagged with #international waters
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Senator Mark Kelly questioned the legality of the US military's deployment around Venezuela, criticizing the administration's unclear justification and warning against potential conflict, amid ongoing strikes on alleged Venezuelan drug boats.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
The U.S. has detained at least two survivors from a military strike on a Venezuelan cartel boat in the Caribbean, marking the fifth such operation by the Trump administration, amid concerns over transparency and ongoing U.S. actions in Venezuela.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
The U.S. military conducted a strike against a Venezuelan drug cartel boat in the Caribbean, marking the first time survivors were found in such operations, which are part of ongoing efforts against drug trafficking linked to Venezuelan cartels, amid concerns over transparency and broader U.S. actions in Venezuela.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NPR
A flotilla aiming to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza has been intercepted by the Israeli navy in international waters, with tensions escalating as activists and governments urge peaceful resolution and adherence to international law.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
The Israeli military intercepted and boarded several aid ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza, asserting they were in violation of a naval blockade, while organizers vowed to continue their mission to deliver aid despite the risks and international concerns.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
Donald Trump announced that the US military conducted a strike on a Venezuelan drug cartel vessel in international waters, killing three men, citing national security concerns.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
The US military conducted a second strike in international waters near South America, killing three individuals believed to be involved in drug trafficking from Venezuela, amid rising tensions with Venezuela and ongoing US efforts against drug cartels. The legality and specifics of the strikes are under scrutiny, with some officials questioning the evidence and justification.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
President Trump announced a second U.S. military strike against alleged Venezuelan drug traffickers in international waters, claiming it killed three terrorists and was part of ongoing efforts to combat drug smuggling linked to Venezuela amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Bloomberg.com
Venezuela condemned a US strike on a suspected drug boat that killed 11 people, warning that 'everything's fair game' and accusing the US of escalating tensions and destabilizing actions in the region, amid military mobilizations and jet flyovers.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
Two Venezuelan military aircraft flew near a US Navy vessel in international waters, an act described as highly provocative by the US Department of Defense, amid escalating tensions between Venezuela and the US over military and anti-drug operations in the region.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Guardian
Greta Thunberg accused Israel of kidnapping her and fellow activists after their Gaza-bound aid ship was seized in international waters, asserting they did nothing wrong and calling for their immediate release amid ongoing humanitarian crises in Gaza.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Guardian
Greta Thunberg and other activists aboard the Gaza-bound aid ship Madleen were intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters and are being deported from Israel, amid ongoing tensions over aid access to Gaza and international reactions condemning the interception.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Hill
The Biden administration has condemned Iran's seizure of an Israeli-linked cargo ship and its crew in the Strait of Hormuz, calling for their immediate release. The crew consists of nationals from various countries. President Biden is returning to the White House to consult with his national security team on the situation. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) rappelled onto the ship and seized it, prompting strong condemnation from the U.S. The UK is investigating the incident, and the U.S. is working with its partners to hold Iran accountable. This comes amid heightened tensions between Israel and Iran.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
The Indian navy intercepted the hijacked cargo ship Ruen, demanding that the Somali pirates on board surrender after they allegedly opened fire on the navy ship in international waters. The pirates seized the Maltese-flagged vessel in December and may have used it in the takeover of a Bangladesh-flagged cargo ship off the coast of Somalia. This marks the first successful hijacking of a merchant ship by Somali pirates since 2017, with at least 17 incidents recorded by the Indian navy since December. India has deployed warships to provide security against pirates and investigated over 250 vessels.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by DW (English)
The Indian navy intercepted a hijacked bulk carrier off the coast of Somalia and demanded the pirates surrender, releasing footage of the pirates opening fire on its warship. The vessel, Ruen, remains under the control of the hijackers with around 18 crew members aboard, and there are concerns it could be used as a "mothership" for further attacks. This reemergence of Somali piracy coincides with Houthi rebels from Yemen targeting commercial ships in the Red Sea, disrupting traffic headed for the Suez Canal.