U.S. Interdicts Stateless, Sanctioned Dark Fleet Motor Tanker M/T Sophia
US SOUTHERN COMMAND - In a coordinated pre-dawn operation, the Department of War and the Department of Homeland Security successfully intercepted the stateless motor tanker M/T Sophia, a sanctioned vessel linked to dark fleet activities in the Caribbean Sea. The interdiction was carried out without incident in international waters, and the U.S. Coast Guard is now escorting the ship to the United States for final disposition.
In a pre-dawn action this morning, the Department of War, in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security, apprehended a stateless, sanctioned dark fleet motor tanker without incident. The interdicted vessel, M/T Sophia, was operating in international waters and conducting illicit activities in the Caribbean Sea. The U.S. Coast Guard is escorting M/T Sophia to the U.S. for final disposition. Through Operation Southern Spear, the Department of War is unwavering in its mission to crush illicit activity in the Western Hemisphere. We will defend our Homeland and restore security and strength across the Americas. - U.S. Southern Command
This action forms part of Operation Southern Spear, a campaign aimed at dismantling illicit maritime networks across the Western Hemisphere. Officials emphasized that the mission underscores America’s commitment to defending the homeland, restoring regional security, and projecting strength throughout the Americas by targeting vessels engaged in unlawful trade and destabilizing activities.
