Trump orders 'blockade' of sanctioned oil tankers leaving, entering Venezuela
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- U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered a blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers traveling to and from Venezuela, intensifying efforts to pressure Nicolás Maduro's government by targeting its primary revenue source. The enforcement details of this blockade remain unclear, including the potential role of the Coast Guard in intercepting vessels, as thousands of troops and warships have already been deployed to the region.
- This blockade represents a significant escalation in U.S. military and economic actions against Venezuela, reflecting the Trump administration's commitment to undermining Maduro's regime. The Venezuelan government has condemned these actions, viewing them as aggressive and detrimental to its sovereignty.
- The blockade and recent seizure of an oil tanker highlight the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, with Caracas labeling these actions as piracy and warmongering threats. This situation underscores a broader geopolitical struggle, as the U.S. aims to exert influence in Latin America while Venezuela seeks to resist external pressures and maintain its oil-dependent economy.
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