The Economic Times

Wild wild west on the high seas: US seizure of Russian-flagged Marinera sparks global maritime law debate

A Russian-flagged ship's seizure by US forces in the Atlantic ignites a global debate. Russia calls it piracy, while the US cites sanctions. This incident highlights the complexities of maritime law and enforcing sanctions in contested international waters. The case of the vessel, formerly Bella 1 and later Marinera, raises questions about ship registration and jurisdiction.