Russia Requests U.S. to Halt Pursuit of Fleeing Oil Tanker

Russia has formally requested that the United States cease its pursuit of an oil tanker that is reportedly fleeing to Venezuela. The tanker has claimed Russian protection, although U.S. authorities have classified it as a stateless vessel.

This development highlights ongoing tensions between the two nations regarding maritime activities and oil transportation. The tanker was en route to Venezuela to pick up oil at the time of the incident.

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