international waters
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The U.S. has not revealed the exact location of any of the 64 strikes it has carried out, saying only that they occurred in international waters in the Pacific Ocean or Caribbean Sea.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
Caroline - A New Musical is set on Radio Caroline, a rebel radio station that defied UK broadcasting laws by playing pop music from international waters off the coast of Clacton-on-Sea.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
In its statement, Centcom said US forces "enforced blockade measures against Botswana-flagged M/T Lexie as it transited international waters toward Kharg Island".
From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2026
The Tagor was detained on Sunday morning in international waters with the help of Britain and other partners, after its Russian captain refused to comply with orders, prosecutors said.
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
As soon as I step outside, I'm in international waters.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
