US pursuing third oil tanker near Venezuela, officials say
Summary
The US Coast Guard is actively pursuing a sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, part of a broader campaign to enforce sanctions against vessels involved in illegal oil trade linked to Venezuela and Iran.
Key Points
- The US Coast Guard is pursuing a sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, identified as Bella 1 linked to Iran and Venezuela.
- This would be the second such operation this weekend and third in less than two weeks if successful.
- The US is intensifying pressure on Venezuela under President Donald Trump, including blockades and military presence targeting oil shipments.
- Oil prices have risen amid these operations, raising geopolitical concerns about Venezuela's oil exports and revenue.
