Russia Denounces Seizure of Tanker as 'Piracy'

Russia is condemning the seizure of the Russian-flagged tanker Marinera by the U.S. Navy as an act of “piracy.” According to Russian MP Andrey Klischa, the seizure is a violation of international law. The Russian Ministry of Transport stated it lost contact with the vessel immediately after the U.S. forces boarded. Russia appears to be strongly reacting to the action, viewing it as a direct provocation and infringement on its national sovereignty.