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US Seizes Venezuela Tankers during a high-stakes international operation this week. American forces intercepted two sanctioned vessels linked to the Caracas regime. The U.S. Navy intervened in both the North Atlantic and the Caribbean. These maritime intercepts disrupt the illicit energy commerce of the shadow fleet. Officials successfully blocked the transport of illegal cargo for global terror networks. These sanctioned vessels allegedly funded groups linked to Hezbollah and other militant factions.
The North Atlantic Pursuit of the Marinera
The U.S. Coast Guard initially chased the vessel Marinera in December. This ship previously used the name Bella 1 to evade detection. It attempted to slip through a U.S. blockade around Venezuela last month. The crew refused boarding during the first encounter with American authorities. However, the U.S. military tracked the ship near Scotland and Iceland. The vessel adopted a Russian flag to hide its true identity. Analysts linked the cargo to a company affiliated with Lebanese militants. The crew even repainted the hull in a failed attempt to escape justice. “Stay connected with PhoenixQ and never miss a key moment.”
Operation Southern Spear in the Caribbean
Forces captured a second stateless vessel early Wednesday morning in international waters. This mission took place under the strategic name Operation Southern Spear. US Seizes Venezuela Tankers like the M/T Sophia to restore regional security. Military footage shows a helicopter hovering over the tanker during the raid. The ship conducted illicit activities within the Caribbean Sea before the intercept. Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to the naval blockade. He stated that only lawful energy commerce will be permitted. The U.S. will determine the legitimacy of all maritime trade.
Global Cooperation and American Justice
The U.K. military assisted with surveillance aircraft and support ships. Defense Secretary John Healey confirmed the use of British military bases. He described the ship as part of a Russian-Iranian axis. This network fuels conflict and misery from Ukraine to the Middle East. Secretary Kristi Noem praised the coordinated effort between multiple government departments. She warned global criminals that they cannot hide from American justice. These seizures follow the recent capture of Nicolás Maduro in Caracas. U.S. forces conducted a surprise nighttime raid to arrest the former leader. The military now aggressively targets the funding of narco-terrorism. America First at sea defines this new national security mission.
