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Coast Guard Suspends Bella 1 Seizure Amid Russian Claim

1/1/2026

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The U.S. Coast Guard suspended efforts to seize oil tanker Bella 1 after a Russian flag appeared, complicating its status.
The tanker was renamed Marinera and registered in Russia after pursuit for sanctions evasion tied to Iranian oil.
The United States officials say the flag was painted to claim Russian protection.
The United States pursues diplomatic channels to clarify the situation while targeting other vessels tied to Venezuela's oil trade.

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The U.S. Coast Guard suspended efforts to seize oil tanker Bella 1 after a Russian flag appeared, complicating its status.
The tanker was renamed Marinera and registered in Russia after pursuit for sanctions evasion tied to Iranian oil.
The United States officials say the flag was painted to claim Russian protection.
The United States pursues diplomatic channels to clarify the situation while targeting other vessels tied to Venezuela's oil trade.