美国追截第三艘“与委相关”油轮，美议员：美国士兵的任务不是做“世界警察”

Core Viewpoint - The recent actions by the U.S. Coast Guard to intercept oil tankers near Venezuela signify a significant escalation in pressure against President Maduro's government, with multiple vessels being targeted in a short period [1][3][4]. Group 1: U.S. Actions - The U.S. Coast Guard has intercepted three oil tankers in less than two weeks, including the "Bella 1" and "Century" tankers, as part of a broader strategy to cut off Venezuela's oil exports [1][4]. - The "Bella 1" tanker was intercepted while it was en route to load oil but had not yet done so, and it was reported to be flying a false flag [3][4]. - The "Century" tanker was carrying oil from a sanctioned Venezuelan oil company, although it was not on the U.S. sanctions list at the time of interception [4]. Group 2: Venezuelan Response - President Maduro condemned the U.S. actions as "piratical plundering," indicating a strong opposition to the U.S. interventions [1][8]. - Maduro has instructed the Venezuelan Navy to escort certain oil tankers, which raises the potential for armed conflict at sea [3][8]. - Venezuelan officials claim that the country is prepared to counteract what they describe as a comprehensive aggression from the U.S. [8]. Group 3: International Reactions - Colombian President Petro opposed the U.S. maritime blockade, suggesting a multilateral agreement to combat drug trafficking instead of targeting Venezuela [9]. - The Cuban Foreign Minister criticized the U.S. for violating international law and suggested that the true aim of the U.S. actions is to seize Venezuela's natural resources [9].