Caribbean Seizure: U. S. Grabs Another Tanker

The United States has taken control of yet another tanker in the Caribbean Sea. This time, it's the Motor Tanker Veronica. The event took place early in the morning, with no major issues reported. The ship is part of a group that has been avoiding U. S. sanctions in the area. It had previously traveled through Venezuelan waters, which is why it was targeted. The operation was carried out by a team from the Coast Guard. They boarded the ship before dawn and took control without any problems. The Department of Homeland Security, led by Secretary Kristi Noem, shared the news on social media. She mentioned that the ship was part of a fleet that had been ignoring U. S. restrictions.This is not the first time the U. S. has seized a tanker in this region. In fact, it's the sixth one in recent weeks. The U. S. Southern Command also played a role in this operation. They sent Marines and sailors from the USS Gerald R. Ford to help with the seizure. Tensions have been rising between the U. S. and Venezuela lately. This seizure is just one of the latest incidents in a growing list of conflicts. It's unclear what will happen next, but one thing is certain: the situation is far from over.