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US Commandos Seize Second Tanker in North Atlantic Near Russian Warships

Published January 7, 2026, 15:29
US Commandos Seize Second Tanker in North Atlantic Near Russian Warships

Two tankers, the Marinera and Sophia, have been seized by US authorities in the North Atlantic. The Marinera, which was sailing under a Russian flag and had links to Iran, was seized after a two-week pursuit. This seizure is part of the US campaign to pressure maritime transport connected to Venezuela. During the operation, Russian military vessels, including a submarine, were present in the area. Russia has protested the seizure, claiming the ship was in international waters and acting legally. The tanker had changed its name from Bella-1 to Marinera and had previously evaded US seizure attempts.