Why has Trump seized a Russian-linked oil tanker? – The Latest
Why has Trump seized a Russian-linked oil tanker? – The Latest  
Podcast: Today in Focus
Published On: Wed Jan 07 2026
Description: The US has dramatically seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker between the UK and Iceland, with the support of the UK government. The operation comes after US attacks on Venezuela, the abduction of President Nicolas Maduro, and threats against Greenland. Lucy Hough speaks to Russian affairs correspondent Pjotr Sauer – watch on YouTube. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus