Russian Tanker Retreats from Venezuela After US Warship Encounter

In an unprecedented move, a Russian oil tanker, the Seahorse, altered course near Venezuela after a US warship, the USS Stockdale, blocked its path. The tanker, sanctioned by the UK and EU, was carrying naphtha for Venezuelas energy sector. The US destroyers presence suggests potential scrutiny over Russias support for Venezuela, with neither party commenting on the incident. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.