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U.S. War Department Boards Ships Evading Quarantine Orders

2/15/2026

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On February 15, 2026, the U.S. Department of War announced boarding Aquila II in the Indian Ocean.
The action followed Aquila II's attempt to evade a quarantine order by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The U.S. Department of War emphasized its enforcement of maritime law, stating that "International waters are not sanctuary."
The Veronica III, also boarded, is linked to transporting sanctioned Iranian oil and was sanctioned in December 2024.

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Story summary

On February 15, 2026, the U.S. Department of War announced boarding Aquila II in the Indian Ocean.
The action followed Aquila II's attempt to evade a quarantine order by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The U.S. Department of War emphasized its enforcement of maritime law, stating that "International waters are not sanctuary."
The Veronica III, also boarded, is linked to transporting sanctioned Iranian oil and was sanctioned in December 2024.