US Military Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker Under Trump Sanctions

US Military Seizes Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker

The US military has seized a tanker linked to Venezuela, according to reports. The incident occurred near the Venezuelan coast.

According to sources, this is the sixth oil tanker accused of defying US sanctions on Venezuela. Footage shows the US military seizing the tanker.

The seizure took place ahead of a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido’s representative, Carlos Vecchio.

The US has imposed sanctions on Venezuela in an effort to pressure the government to hold democratic elections. The sanctions have been in effect since 2017.

The seized tanker is believed to be carrying oil from Venezuela. The exact amount of oil on board is not yet known.

The US military has taken control of the tanker, and it is currently being transported to a secure location.

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