US intercepts fifth sanctioned oil tanker

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 9, 2026 at 07:23 PM

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In the Caribbean on January 9, 2026, US forces intercepted and seized the Olina, marking the fifth oil tanker seized by the United States. The operation, conducted by US Marines and Navy forces, occurred in the pre-dawn hours. The seizure is part of Washington's increased enforcement efforts against sanctioned Venezuelan oil shipments. The US government has not yet released further details regarding the tanker's origin, destination, or the parties involved in the alleged sanctioned activity. The US continues to monitor and interdict vessels suspected of violating sanctions related to Venezuelan oil.

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United States Marines 60% Washington, D.C. 60% United States Navy 60% Caribbean 70% Olina 70% Venezuelan 80% United States ×290%

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Venezuelan

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