international waters

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He said the French Navy boarded the Tagor, which maritime authorities said had been flying a false flag when it was detained around 400 nautical miles west of Brittany in international waters.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

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

Congress passed the law at issue in the case—the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity Act—in 1996 after Cuba shot down American civilian airplanes over international waters.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

As soon as I step outside, I'm in international waters.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir