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world6 days ago•5 min saved

US and Russia escalate Caribbean oil tensions amid tanker seizures

Scottish First Minister John Swinney supports US-led sanctions enforcement against Russia following the seizure of a Russian-flagged tanker, Marinera, accused of evading sanctions and linked to Russia's war efforts in Ukraine. The operation involved military aircraft landing at Scottish airports, with UK and US cooperation, though Scotland was not briefed beforehand. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to curb illegal activities of Russia's shadow fleet amid broader geopolitical tensions.

via BBC|

#russia #sanctions #scottish-airports

world7 days ago•24 min saved

U.S. Intensifies Efforts to Seize Venezuelan Oil Tankers Amid Regional Tensions

The US Coast Guard seized two Russian-linked oil tankers attempting to bypass sanctions, while ongoing negotiations in Paris aim to establish security guarantees for Ukraine. Russian forces face difficulties in replenishing reserves and suffer casualties, with Ukrainian forces conducting strikes against Russian infrastructure and advancing in certain areas. The conflict continues with complex military and diplomatic developments.

via Institute for the Study of War|

#russian-military-reserves #russian-sanctions #ukraine-negotiations

world12 days ago•3 min saved

US Coast Guard Continues Search for Survivors After Multiple Maritime Incidents

The US Coast Guard is searching for survivors in the eastern Pacific after military strikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats resulted in multiple deaths and people jumping overboard, amid ongoing US military operations targeting drug trafficking vessels in the region.

via ABC News|

#boat-strikes #drug-trafficking #pacific-ocean

defense-and-security16 days ago•3 min saved

US Coast Guard Secures Contracts for Arctic Security Cutters and Icebreakers

The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded contracts to build up to six Arctic Security Cutters, with some ships built in Finland and others in the U.S., to enhance America's Arctic sovereignty, secure shipping lanes, and counter adversaries in the region, marking a significant step in modernizing its icebreaking capabilities.

via United States Coast Guard News (.mil)|

#arctic-region #arctic-security-cutters #defense-and-security

world21 days ago•4 min saved

US Coast Guard Faces Limitations Amid Rising Venezuela Tensions and Oil Price Surge

The US Coast Guard is currently unable to seize the Venezuela-linked oil tanker Bella 1 due to resource limitations and the need for specialized teams, despite ongoing efforts and orders from the Trump administration to block sanctioned vessels near Venezuela.

via Reuters|

#bella-1 #oil-tanker #seizure

world23 days ago•3 min saved

US Continues Pursuit of Venezuelan Oil Tankers Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

President Trump announced ongoing efforts by the US to seize a Venezuelan-linked oil tanker, Bella 1, which fled into the Atlantic to evade sanctions, amid broader US actions targeting Venezuela's oil exports and regime stability.

via ABC News|

#oil-tanker #sanctions #trump

world23 days ago•2 min saved

US Intercepts Venezuela-Linked Tankers Amid International Tensions

The US Coast Guard is pursuing a Venezuela-linked tanker, highlighting ongoing maritime investigations and concerns over vessel activities linked to Venezuela.

via BBC|

#news #tanker #tracking

world24 days ago•4 min saved

US Coast Guard intensifies crackdown on Venezuelan-sanctioned oil tankers

The US Coast Guard is pursuing a sanctioned Venezuelan oil tanker in the Caribbean as part of increased efforts by the Trump administration to target vessels linked to Venezuela's government, including recent seizures of ships involved in sanctions evasion and oil trafficking, amidst escalating tensions and US sanctions policies.

via AP News|

#oil #sanctions #tankers

world24 days ago•3 min saved

US Intercepts Third Oil Tanker Amid Venezuela Tensions

The US Coast Guard is pursuing a sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, marking the third interception in less than a week, which could impact oil prices and increase geopolitical tensions related to sanctions evasion and regional conflicts.

via Reuters|

#geopolitical-risks #oil-tanker #sanctions

world25 days ago•1 min saved

Tensions Rise as US and Venezuela Clash Over Oil Tankers

The US Coast Guard has boarded a tanker in the Caribbean that was carrying Venezuelan oil, indicating a possible enforcement action related to sanctions or illegal activities.

via Financial Times|

#caribbean #seizure #tanker

world25 days ago•0 min saved

U.S. Seizes Oil Tanker Amid Venezuela Tensions

The U.S. Coast Guard intercepted an oil tanker leaving Venezuela following President Trump's order to enforce a complete blockade on all sanctioned oil tankers entering or leaving the country, as part of increased pressure on Nicolás Maduro's government.

via The Washington Post|

#oil-blockade #sanctions #trump

world25 days ago•0 min saved

US Seizes Venezuelan Oil Ship Amid Tensions

The US Coast Guard is intercepting a second sanctioned vessel off Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea, continuing efforts to enforce sanctions related to Venezuela, with details about the ship and operation still undisclosed.

via ABC News|

#caribbean #sanctioned-ship #seizing-vessel

defense3 months ago•2 min saved

US and Finland to Build 11 Arctic Security Icebreakers by 2028

President Donald Trump authorized the construction of up to four Arctic Security Cutters abroad, specifically in Finland, to address the US's insufficient Arctic fleet and bolster national security in the region, with plans to eventually build more domestically and revitalize US shipbuilding industry.

via The White House (.gov)|

#arctic #defense #finnish-shipyards

world4 months ago•1 min saved

Cargo Containers Fall Off Ship at Long Beach Port, Investigators Search for Causes

Nearly 70 shipping containers fell off the vessel Mississippi at the Port of Long Beach, prompting an investigation and temporary suspension of operations, with no injuries reported and safety measures in place.

via Los Angeles Times|

#cargo-containers #long-beach #port-of-long-beach

world4 months ago•2 min saved

US Coast Guard Sets Record with Massive Drug Seizure Off Florida and Beyond

The US Coast Guard has made its largest drug seizure in history off Florida, confiscating over 76,000 pounds of illegal drugs, including cocaine and marijuana, with an estimated street value of $473 million, as part of a multi-month operation targeting transnational drug trafficking.

via The Guardian|

#cocaine #drug-seizure #florida