international waters
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They were detained by Israel after its soldiers seized them in international waters.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
If the U.S. doesn’t rely on foreign oil, why should it be concerned about international waters?
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
On Feb. 24, 1996, six members of the Brothers in three Cessna planes were on one of their regular humanitarian missions, flying over international waters.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
They were among about 175 activists detained when Israeli forces intercepted 22 boats in international waters near Greece.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
These “floating warehouses” were then anchored in international waters for six months or even a year, beyond the reach of the Coast Guard.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
