The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticeTwo sanctioned oil tankers confiscated following a U.S. military operation in Venezuela have been sold to be broken up for scrap, according to a report by Lloyd’s List on Monday. Washington said at the time the vessel transported sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran. As many as 10 oil tankers were seized by the U.S. following its military action in Venezuela. Sanctioned ships frequently change names to avoid detection.