international waters
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Basulto insisted the planes were "in international waters, north of Havana" when they were attacked.
From BBC • 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
The Coast Guard, which falls under the Department of Homeland Security, has law-enforcement authority to interdict ships in international waters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
He said the tanker was currently in international waters but in Libya's search and rescue zone about 53 nautical miles north of Tripoli and heading south.
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026
As soon as I step outside, I'm in international waters.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
