Skipper

Based on the provided articles, "Skipper" is likely an organization (or a network of organizations) involved in potentially illicit maritime activities. While the articles don't explicitly name "Skipper" as an entity, they describe events suggesting a coordinated effort to evade sanctions and transport suspicious cargo. The organization is newsworthy due to a recent incident involving a large, rusty tanker seized by US forces in the Atlantic. This tanker, despite being empty of oil, attracted attention from Russia and the UK, fueling speculation about hidden cargo, possibly high-value Russian weapons. Simultaneously, multiple sanctioned oil tankers are reportedly using deceptive tactics to bypass a US naval blockade near Venezuela. These events suggest "Skipper" is actively engaged in circumventing international sanctions, potentially transporting illicit goods, and operating in a manner that draws significant international scrutiny. The organization's activities have geopolitical implications, impacting international relations and potentially undermining sanctions regimes.