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flag U.S. seized Russian oil tankers; some now seek Russian military support in Black Sea.

flag In early 2026, U.S. authorities seized multiple oil tankers linked to the "dark fleet," shadowy vessels evading detection to transport Russian crude. flag In response, some of these tankers are seeking protection and refueling support from Russian forces in the Black Sea, signaling a growing maritime standoff. flag The U.S. enforcement actions aim to disrupt Russia’s oil revenue amid ongoing sanctions, while the shift toward Russian-backed operations underscores the evolving tactics in the global energy conflict.

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