Navy SEALs Intercept Former Bella 1 Tanker Charged with Sanctioned Oil Transport

The United States military has taken custody of two oil tankers allegedly associated with Venezuela.

U.S. Actions Against Sanctioned Oil Transport

Under the Trump administration, allegations surfaced that the Marinera, patrolling the North Atlantic, and the Sophia, navigating Caribbean waters, were carrying oil against international sanctions.

Involvement of Russian Escort and CBS Reports

Sources from U.S. agencies disclosed to CBS News that the Bella 1 vessel, now seized and operating under a new identity in the Atlantic, was accompanied by Russian escorts. Eleanor Watson and Caitlin Huey-Burns provide additional insight.