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US forces capture two Russian-flagged oil tankers in the Atlantic and Caribbean

Jan 21, 20263 sources

topic:oilplace:caribbeanplace:atlantic

Story Timeline

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Jan 21, 2026US forces capture two Russian-flagged oil tankers in the Atlantic and Caribbean3 sources

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Summary

US special forces have seized two Russian-flagged oil tankers, one in the North Atlantic and another in the Caribbean. The vessels were reportedly part of a 'ghost fleet' used to transport oil.

Moscow has condemned the captures, calling them an illegal seizure of its property.

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