US Forces Intercept Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker in Atlantic: A Bold Move With Global Geopolitical Consequences

DefenseNews : In a dramatic escalation of naval and sanctions enforcement operations, U.S. forces have seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic after a prolonged, weeks-long pursuit , marking one of the most significant high-seas interdictions in recent history.  Tanker shipping Russian oil. Photo: STEFAN SAUER/dpa Picture-Alliance via AFP The operation conducted under a federal court warrant and coordinated by the U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, the Pentagon, and allied partners spotlighted Washington’s res…