Two Iranian naval vessels possibly destined for Venezuela are being monitored by the US, national security officials told Politico on Sunday.
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Sources familiar with the issue said that an Iranian frigate and a former oil tanker called the Makran were traveling south along the eastern coast of Africa. Its final destination is unknown, but US officials said they believe they are headed to Venezuela.
Tehran and Caracas have formed closer ties over the years, as both are under harsh sanctions by the US.
Iran has sent multiple fuel tankers to Venezuela as its oil refining sector has diminished, with Venezuela sending cash back to the Islamic republic.
