Some Sanctioned Vessels Seized By The U.S. Are In Such Poor Condition That They Can't Enter U.S. Ports: Report: 'Beyond Substandard'

Images of Venezuelan oil tanker seized by the U.S. (Credit: Pam Bondi's official X account)

Some sanctioned oil tankers seized by Washington forces as part of its blockade of Venezuela are in such poor condition that they can't enter the U.S., according to a new report.

The Washington Post reported that, as a result, the Coast Guard is expanding inspection and repair teams. An internal message sent by the entity described the vessels as "stateless and beyond substandard."