US forces stop two merchant vessels off Venezuela after blockade announcement

U.S. forces stopped two merchant vessels in international waters off the coast of Venezuela following President Donald Trump"s announcement of a blockade against sanctioned oil tankers. This action occurred just days after the seizure of an oil tanker, as the U.S. increases pressure on the Venezuelan government.

The recent developments come in the wake of heightened tensions regarding oil shipments linked to Venezuela, which has faced sanctions from the U.S. government. The blockade aims to restrict the flow of oil from Venezuela, further intensifying the ongoing conflict between Washington and Caracas. For more information on related events, see previous reports on U.S. Coast Guard actions in the region.

As the situation evolves, the U.S. continues to implement measures aimed at curbing Venezuela"s oil exports, which have been a significant source of revenue for the country amidst ongoing economic challenges.