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Growing Fleet of Oil Tankers Reflags to Russia

The US seized the Marinera, an oil tanker linked to Venezuela, as it reflagged to Russia amidst a growing trend.
WHO: United States, Russia, Venezuela
WHAT: Seizure of oil tanker Marinera and reflagging trend
WHEN: Jan 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: North Atlantic
WHY: To circumvent US blockade and gain protection

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