Core Viewpoint - The Russian Foreign Ministry expresses serious concern over the U.S. seizure of the "Mariner" oil tanker, viewing it as a violation of freedom of navigation and a factor that exacerbates military and political tensions in the Euro-Atlantic region [1][2]. Group 1 - The Russian Foreign Ministry states that the "Mariner" oil tanker was operating under a temporary permit to fly the Russian flag, in accordance with international law and Russian regulations [1]. - The U.S. military's boarding and seizure of a civilian vessel on the high seas, along with the detention of its crew, is described as a severe violation of fundamental principles and norms of international maritime law, infringing on the rights of the shipowner [1]. - The crew of the "Mariner" consists of citizens from multiple countries, and their safety and health are reportedly at risk due to the U.S. actions [1]. Group 2 - The Russian Foreign Ministry emphasizes that the U.S. not only disregards internationally recognized maritime navigation rules but also seems eager to create serious international crises, which is concerning given the already tense U.S.-Russia relations [2]. - The seizure of the "Mariner" oil tanker is expected to further escalate military and political tensions in the Euro-Atlantic region and significantly lower the threshold for the use of force in peaceful navigation [2]. - Russia urges the U.S. to return to adherence to the basic principles of international maritime law and to immediately cease illegal actions against the "Mariner" and other vessels legally navigating the high seas [2].

Core Viewpoint - The Russian Foreign Ministry expressed serious concern over the illegal military action by the U.S. military against the "Mariner" oil tanker, emphasizing that the vessel is legally registered under the Russian flag and its seizure violates international maritime law [1][2] Group 1: Legal Status and International Law - The "Mariner" oil tanker was granted temporary permission to fly the Russian flag on December 24, 2025, while traversing international waters in the North Atlantic [1] - The U.S. military's boarding and seizure of the civilian vessel and its crew is a severe violation of fundamental principles of international maritime law and infringes on the rights of the shipowner [1][2] Group 2: U.S. Actions and Implications - The U.S. claims regarding sanctions and jurisdiction over the vessel are unfounded and illegal, as unilateral measures cannot justify the seizure of ships on the high seas [2] - The incident is viewed as part of a broader U.S. strategy to control Venezuela's natural resources, which Russia condemns as neo-colonialism [2] - The seizure of the "Mariner" is expected to escalate military and political tensions in the Euro-Atlantic region and lower the threshold for the use of force in peaceful shipping [2] Group 3: Call for Action - Russia calls for the U.S. to adhere to basic norms and principles of international maritime navigation and to cease illegal actions against the "Mariner" and other vessels engaged in lawful activities [2] - The Russian government insists that the U.S. must ensure humane and dignified treatment of Russian citizens aboard the tanker and allow them to return home promptly [2]

Core Viewpoint - The Russian Foreign Ministry expresses serious concern over the illegal military action by the United States against the "Marinella" oil tanker, viewing it as a violation of freedom of navigation rights and a factor that will exacerbate military and political tensions in the Europe-Atlantic region [1]. Group 1 - The "Marinella" oil tanker was granted temporary permission to sail under the Russian flag according to international law and Russian regulations [3]. - The U.S. military's boarding and actual detention of a civilian merchant vessel on the high seas, along with the detention of all crew members, is deemed a serious violation of fundamental principles and norms of international maritime law [5]. - The crew of the "Marinella" consists of citizens from multiple countries, and their safety and health are now at risk due to the U.S. actions [5]. Group 2 - The Russian Foreign Ministry criticizes the U.S. for disregarding internationally recognized maritime navigation rules and for escalating an already tense U.S.-Russia relationship [7]. - The incident involving the "Marinella" oil tanker is expected to further increase military and political tensions in the Europe-Atlantic region and lower the threshold for the use of force in peaceful navigation [7]. - Russia urges the U.S. to return to compliance with the basic principles of international maritime law and to cease illegal actions against the "Marinella" and other vessels legally navigating in international waters [7].

俄外交部强调，美方不仅"蔑视"国际海上航行公认的规则，还热衷于制造严重国际危机，包括加剧近年 来本已极为紧张的俄美关系，这令人遗憾和担忧。"马里涅拉"号油轮被扣押事件会进一步加剧欧洲-大 西洋地区的军事和政治紧张局势，并明显降低在和平航运中使用武力的"门槛"。 俄方敦促美方立即回到遵守国际海洋法基本准则的轨道上来，要求美国立即停止对"马里涅拉"号油轮及 其他在公海合法航行船舶的非法行动。 此前报道：美国宣称连扣两艘油轮，其中一艘悬挂俄罗斯国旗，俄方要求美方确保油轮上俄公民受到人 道对待，让其尽快返回祖国 俄罗斯外交部8日发表声明说，俄方严重关切美国7日对"马里涅拉"号油轮进行的非法武力行动，认为美 方此举粗暴践踏航行自由权，会进一步加剧欧洲——大西洋地区的军事和政治紧张局势。 俄外交部在声明中说，"马里涅拉"号油轮根据国际法和俄法律获得悬挂俄国旗航行的临时许可。美方此 前已通过俄外交部等渠道多次获知该船只属于俄罗斯，具有民用商船的和平属性。 俄外交部认为，美军在公海对一艘民用商船实施强行登船和实际扣押，并且扣押全体船员，上述行 为"严重违反国际海洋法的基本原则与规范，粗暴践踏航行自由权，严重损害船东的合法权益 ...

俄外交部强调，美方不仅"蔑视"国际海上航行公认的规则，还热衷于制造严重国际危机，包括加剧近年 来本已极为紧张的俄美关系，这令人遗憾和担忧。"水手"号油轮被扣押事件会进一步加剧欧洲－大西洋 地区的军事和政治紧张局势，并明显降低在和平航运中使用武力的"门槛"。 俄方敦促美方立即回到遵守国际海洋法基本准则的轨道上来，要求美国立即停止对"水手"号油轮及其他 在公海合法航行船舶的非法行动。 转自：天津日报 据新华社莫斯科1月8日电（记者 黄河 耿辉凰）俄罗斯外交部8日发表声明说，俄方严重关切美国7日 对"水手"号油轮进行的非法武力行动，认为美方此举粗暴践踏航行自由权，会进一步加剧欧洲—大西洋 地区的军事和政治紧张局势。 俄外交部认为，美军在公海对一艘民用商船实施强行登船和实际扣押，并且扣押全体船员，上述行 为"严重违反国际海洋法的基本原则与规范，粗暴践踏航行自由权，严重损害船东的合法权益"。声明 说，"水手"号上的船员由多国公民组成，其生命健康安全已受到威胁。美方以荒谬借口威胁对船员提起 司法诉讼，俄方对此表示强烈反对。 （来源：天津日报） ...

Group 1 - The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that the U.S. had received multiple notifications regarding the "Mariner" oil tanker being Russian-owned and confirmed its civilian and peaceful nature [1] - The U.S. European Command claimed on January 7 that it had seized a Russian-flagged tanker in the North Atlantic, alleging it was linked to Venezuela and "suspected of violating sanctions" [1] - Russia condemned the U.S. military's boarding and seizure of the "Mariner" as a gross violation of international maritime law and called for the U.S. to cease illegal actions against the tanker and other vessels operating legally on the high seas [1] Group 2 - The Russian Ministry of Transport also condemned the seizure, demanding that the U.S. ensure humane treatment of Russian citizens aboard the tanker and respect their rights [1] - The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the U.S. seizure of foreign vessels on the high seas severely violates international law and emphasized China's opposition to unilateral sanctions lacking international legal basis [2] - China reiterated its stance against actions that violate the principles of the United Nations Charter and infringe upon the sovereignty and security of other nations [2]

Group 1 - The Canadian military and possibly the coast guard are closely monitoring the Chinese research vessel "Xuelong 2," which has appeared in the Arctic waters near Alaska for the second consecutive year [1][2] - A CP-140 reconnaissance aircraft from the Canadian Air Force was reported to be flying near "Xuelong 2" as it left the Bering Strait on the 20th of this month, although the Canadian Department of National Defence did not confirm the aircraft's presence [1] - The Canadian military stated that they will continue necessary activities to detect, deter, and defend against potential threats within and near Canadian territory, emphasizing that "Xuelong 2" is not currently in Canadian territorial waters [1] Group 2 - The Canadian Coast Guard was reported to have been following "Xuelong 2" until it crossed the Bering Strait, but initially provided vague responses regarding their mission [2] - The Coast Guard later denied monitoring "Xuelong 2," claiming their focus was on the migration routes of key species like Pacific salmon, despite data showing only one-third of the vessel's recent journey aligned with known salmon migration paths [2] - An expert from Beijing Foreign Studies University noted that Canada seems reluctant to disclose details about the incident, suggesting that the monitoring activities are essentially harassment of civilian vessels, and emphasized that China's research activities comply with international maritime law [2]