U.S. Forces Seize Venezuelan Oil Tanker in Dramatic Helicopter Raid

In a high-stakes operation, U.S. military agents seized a Venezuelan oil tanker. The action was taken to enforce international sanctions. Dramatic footage shows armed agents rappelling from helicopters onto the ship. This direct seizure of a vessel is a rare tactic. The U.S. last used such a method in 2014. The operation targeted violations of sanctions against Venezuela. These sanctions are designed to pressure the country's government by limiting its oil revenue. Authorities have not released further details on the tanker's final destination or the specific sanctions violated. The seizure underscores the ongoing U.S. campaign to enforce these economic restrictions.