Which signal is the US sending with these operations? | DW News

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The US Coast Guard is actively pursuing a third oil tanker near Venezuela. Officials accuse the tanker of evading Washington's sanctions. This is the second such operation this weekend. Venezuela has condemned Saturday's seizure as a violation of international law and says it will file a complaint with the UN Security Council. The US has imposed a blockade on sanctioned tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, and has increased its military presence in the region to combat alleged drug