The United States has seized two Venezuela-linked oil tankers, including one flying a Russian flag, in the Atlantic Ocean as part of an intensified effort to enforce sanctions. The US also announced plans to control and sell Venezuelan crude oil indefinitely, with proceeds to be deposited in US-controlled accounts. This move follows the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and aims to influence oil flows and stabilize Venezuela's energy sector. Russia condemned the tanker seizure, citing potential violations of international law, while China criticized the US actions as "typical bullying."