>>24085770

In a pre-dawn action this morning, the Department of War, in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security, apprehended a stateless, sanctioned dark fleet motor tanker without incident.

The interdicted vessel, M/T Sophia, was operating in international waters and conducting illicit activities in the Caribbean Sea. The U.S. Coast Guard is escorting M/T Sophia to the U.S. for final disposition.

Through Operation Southern Spear, the Department of War is unwavering in its mission to crush illicit activity in the Western Hemisphere. We will defend our Homeland and restore security and strength across the Americas.

@DeptofWar @DHSgov @USCG #OpSouthernSpear

https://x.com/Southcom/status/2008905619424620879

>>24085828

The blockade of sanctioned and illicit Venezuelan oil remains in FULL EFFECT.

https://x.com/PeteHegseth/status/2008912089201475960

>>24085828

>>24085835

The United States continues to enforce the blockade against all dark fleet vessels illegally transporting Venezuelan oil to finance illicit activity, stealing from the Venezuelan people. Only legitimate and lawful energy commerce—as determined by the U.S.—will be permitted.

https://x.com/PeteHegseth/status/2008914128472006774

>>24085835

The only maritime energy transport allowed will be that consistent with American law and national security. There is unlimited economic potential for the Venezuelan energy sector through legitimate and authorized commercial avenues established by the United States.

https://x.com/StephenM/status/2008916525764206718

>>24085889