Summary
The U.S. military, led by the Coast Guard, took control of an oil tanker near Venezuela. The tanker was allegedly used for transporting oil from Venezuela and Iran, which is against sanctions. President Donald Trump and the U.S. Attorney General confirmed the operation.
Key Facts
- The U.S. military seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.
- A video clip of 45 seconds showing the incident was released by the U.S. Department of Justice.
- U.S. military helicopters and troops were involved in the seizure.
- The U.S. Coast Guard led the operation.
- President Donald Trump announced the operation.
- U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi shared the video online.
- The tanker was allegedly moving oil from Venezuela and Iran, violating sanctions.