Group 1 - A Russian submarine and naval forces have been deployed to escort an oil tanker that was intercepted by the US military near Venezuela [1] - The tanker, originally named "Bella 1," was renamed "Mariner" and registered under the Russian flag after evading US forces for 18 days [2][4] - The oil tanker was initially intended to load oil in Venezuela but remains empty due to US sanctions and blockades [2][4] Group 2 - The US military has been actively pursuing the tanker, with naval vessels and aircraft from both the US and Ireland involved in monitoring its movements [4][5] - The deployment of significant military assets, including special operations forces and heavy artillery, raises questions about the true intent behind the operation, suggesting a potential strategic diversion [5][7] - US intelligence indicates that the tanker may be carrying portable air defense missiles and possibly crewed by disguised military personnel, necessitating the use of elite forces for engagement [8]
万里“大逃杀”!油轮火线“入籍”俄罗斯,已被美军追了18天
Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2026-01-07 05:51