How legitimate is the sanctions regime on tankers carrying Venezuelan and Iranian oil?

The US is in pursuit of a third oil tanker in international waters off the coast of Venezuela. The Trump administration considers the pursued vessel to be part of “Venezuela’s illegal sanctions evasion,” according to media reports. A US official reportedly said the vessel was flying a false flag.

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0:00 US says Venezuela government a terrorist organization
0:34 Christopher Sabatini, Latin America Expert, Chatham House, on why the US’ pursuit of this third tanker marks a clear escalation

Credit to : DW News

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