US sanctions six more ships after seizing oil tanker off Venezuela
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- The U.S. military has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, a move confirmed by President Donald Trump, which the White House plans to transport to a U.S. port to seize the oil onboard. This action has been condemned by Caracas as an act of 'international piracy.'
- This seizure is part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to increase pressure on the Venezuelan government led by Nicolás Maduro, amid ongoing tensions between the two nations and a deteriorating economic situation in Venezuela.
- The incident reflects escalating military actions by the U.S. in the region, raising legal and ethical questions regarding sovereignty and international law, as Venezuela's government continues to resist U.S. interventions, framing them as violations of its rights.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System



