Seized oil tanker reappears with new identity after leaving Scottish waters (opens original article in a new tab)

A Russian-flagged tanker seized in Scottish waters reappeared under a new identity in the Caribbean Sea, with its flag changed to Comoros and destinations altered multiple times. The US accused it of violating sanctions, while the UK supported the operation.

• A Russian-flagged tanker was seized in Scottish waters by the US and later reappeared under a new name in the Caribbean Sea
• The vessel changed its flag from Russia to Comoros and altered its destination multiple times after being seized
• The US accused the tanker of violating sanctions by transporting oil for Venezuela, Russia, and Iran
• The UK supported the US operation, with the MoD providing operational assistance and using UK airfields for the mission