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flag U.S. forces intercepted a sanctioned vessel off Venezuela’s coast on Dec. 20, 2025, continuing efforts to enforce oil sanctions.

flag U.S. forces intercepted a second sanctioned vessel in international waters off Venezuela’s coast on December 20, 2025, marking the latest in a series of maritime enforcement actions. flag The operation, conducted by the Coast Guard with Navy support, follows the December 10 seizure of the oil tanker The Skipper, linked to illicit Venezuelan oil shipments. flag Details about the second vessel’s identity, cargo, or exact location remain undisclosed. flag The move underscores ongoing U.S. efforts to enforce sanctions, disrupt unauthorized maritime activity, and assert regional security, particularly in the Caribbean. flag No injuries or confrontations were reported, and the Department of Defense has not issued a formal statement.

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