Four tankers that left Venezuela in 'dark mode' return as US eyes the country's oil

Key Highlights

• Four tankers returned to Venezuela after leaving in 'dark mode'.
• The tankers departed in January with transponders turned off.
• Most of the tankers are reported to be loaded with oil.
• The return of the tankers follows U. S. tanker seizures.
• The situation is linked to the Trump administration's oil acquisition efforts regarding Venezuela.