Turkish Businessman Arrested for Alleged Sanctions Evasion on Venezuelan Oil

Taskin Torlak is accused of orchestrating a scheme to transport Venezuelan oil in violation of U.S. sanctions.

Taskin Torlak, a 37-year-old Turkish national, was arrested in Miami while attempting to return to Turkey.
The U.S. Justice Department alleges Torlak conspired to sell Venezuelan oil by disguising its origin and using deceptive practices.
Torlak reportedly collaborated with international partners to transport oil, evading sanctions that target Venezuela's state oil company, PDVSA.
The scheme involved renaming and reflagging oil tankers, turning off tracking systems, and hiding transaction beneficiaries.
U.S. authorities emphasize their commitment to enforcing sanctions against the Maduro regime in Venezuela.