Russia sends submarine to escort tanker the US tried to seize off Venezuela, WSJ reports
Summary
Russia has deployed a submarine to escort an aging oil tanker evading the US blockade near Venezuela. The US Coast Guard attempted to seize the tanker, now renamed Marinera and registered in Russia, as it sails toward the North Sea.
Key Points
- Russia deployed a submarine and naval vessels to escort an oil tanker evading US blockade near Venezuela.
- The tanker, formerly Bella 1, was pursued by the US Coast Guard since December but has been evading interception.
- The tanker changed its name to Marinera and switched registration to Russia.
- The US Southern Command remains ready to support against sanctioned vessels in the region, but did not comment on the Russian submarine.
