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US seizes 2 Venezuela-linked oil tankers including Russian ship

US seizes 2 Venezuela-linked oil tankers including Russian ship

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 11 minutes ago

What resources does Venezuela have — apart from the world's most oil?

Venezuela has the largest oil reserves, the ninth-largest natural gas reserves, and vast untapped minerals such as gold.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 18 minutes ago

US outlines plan to control Venezuelan oil 'indefinitely' as tankers seized in North Atlantic

The US has seized two more oil tankers linked to Venezuela in the North Atlantic and the Caribbean.

SBS - World - 19 minutes ago

Who is Cilia Flores? The Woman Behind Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G

Cilia Flores, Venezuela’s first lady and influential political figure known as the “first combatant”, rose through the Chavista movement alongside Hugo Chavez and Nicolas Maduro. A lawyer by training, she held senior government roles, including president of the National Assembly, and faced accusations of nepotism and restricting media access. Two of her nephews were convicted in the United States of cocaine smuggling.

First Post - Top Stories - 45 minutes ago

Putin sends navy escort to banned Venezuelan oil tanker: Live updates

Trump previously claimed that American companies would be sending workers to Venezuela to help rebuild the nation’s oil industry infrastructure

Independent UK - Top Stories - 53 minutes ago

Dem Sen. Mark Kelly avoids saying Maduro arrest and Venezuela strikes were 'illegal'

The Arizona Democrat had previously appeared in a viral video urging service members to reject what he called "illegal orders."

New York Post - Top Stories - 54 minutes ago

Facing unrest, Iran is on edge as Trump threatens Tehran on heels of Venezuela operation

Perhaps no nation is alarmed as Iran by the U.S. attack on Venezuela to capture as Nicolás Maduro. Its leaders are facing a fresh bout of anti-government demonstrations and threats from President Trump.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 hour ago

Will Venezuela crisis push up UAE fuel prices? -- m read

UAE motorists can breathe easy as fuel prices remain stable despite the Venezuela crisis. Analysts highlight a well-supplied global oil market that buffers against geopolitical shocks, keeping petrol and diesel prices steady.

Gulf News - World - 1 hour ago

Some Democrats want to impeach Trump after Venezuela raid, but others warn against it

An impeachment inquiry is unlikely to get off the ground with Republicans holding a slim majority in the House. But a similar push also began slowly in 2017.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 hour ago

U.S. seizes two sanctioned tankers; Trump says Venezuela will 'turn over' up to 50 million barrels of oil

Follow live updates as developments emerge on Venezuela's future and U.S. allies respond to Trump's threats against Greenland.

NBC News - US News - 1 hour ago

US lays out plan for marketing Venezuelan oil after Maduro ouster

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States on Wednesday laid out what it called an 'energy deal' with Venezuela, saying it will partially roll back sanctions to allow the sale of oil products from the South American country.

Manila Times - World - 1 hour ago

U.S. vows to control Venezuela's oil after tanker seizure – live

Trump claimed that American companies would be sending workers to Venezuela to help rebuild the nation’s oil industry infrastructure

Independent UK - US News - 1 hour ago

UPDATE -- US seizes 2 Venezuela-linked oil tankers -- m read

The US seized a Russia-linked oil tanker in the North Atlantic after pursuing it from off the coast of Venezuela, in an operation condemned by Moscow

Gulf News - Business - 2 hours ago

DW explores how Donald Trump's deal with Venezuela's interim government could be a blow to China, Russia, Iran and Cuba.

US President Donald Trump has announced an agreement with Venezuela's interim government to transfer millions of barrels of oil to the US. DW explores how the plan could be a blow to China, Russia, Iran and Cuba.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

The Venezuelan leader's capture is being closely watched in Iran, where nationwide protests are pressuring the regime.

The capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro is being closely watched in Tehran. Iran fears US military action in the Middle East, as nationwide protests continue to pressure the regime.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

China is "deeply shocked" by the Trump administration's attack on Venezuela, a notable Beijing ally in Latin America.

Beijing is "deeply shocked" by the Trump administration's attack on Venezuela, one of China's key partners in Latin America. At the same time, China can find ways to use the kidnapping of Maduro for its own agenda.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Venezuela To Only Purchase US Goods With Oil Deal Proceeds, Says Trump

The Bella 1 evaded a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers near Venezuela last month. Follow Newsweek's latest updates.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

US seizes two Venezuela-linked oil tankers

The United States has seized two oil tankers linked to Venezuela from the North Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. The seizure takes place days after the US captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in a pre-dawn military operation. It's prompted renewed calls for the US to…

SBS - World - 3 hours ago

Why Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine' Is So Dangerous -- Venezuela is just the beginning of the threat posed by Trump's distorted rebranding of the Monroe Doctrine.

Venezuela is just the beginning of the threat posed by Trump’s distorted rebranding of the Monroe Doctrine.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Venezuela: Rodriguez 'open' to oil deal as US seizes tankers

Venezuela's acting president said it was "not unusual" to sell oil to the US. Meanwhile, the US seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic and another in the Caribbean. DW has more.

Deutsche Welle - World - 4 hours ago

Venezuela's economy plunged into uncertainty after Maduro abduction

US says it will control Venezuelan oil sales 'indefinitely', raising questions about what revenues Caracas might get.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

U.S. seizes oil tankers; Rubio says U.S. will control money from oil sales -- The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two Venezuela-linked tankers, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. has "tremendous leverage" over the country.

The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two Venezuela-linked tankers, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. has "tremendous leverage" over the country.

CBS News - World - 4 hours ago

Venezuela's Interim Leader Strikes Defiant Tone After Trump's Threats: 'My Destiny Is Decided Only By God'

Rodríguez also claimed that Venezuelans were mobilizing to demand the release of Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores

International Business Times - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Photos show Venezuelans mourning loved ones killed during US operation to capture Nicolás Maduro

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelans gathered in mourning as the country’s military held a mass funeral in Caracas for dozens of soldiers killed during a U.S. operation to capture former …

Bay to Bay News - World - 5 hours ago

Americans divided on Maduro capture: Poll -- CBS News polling shows Americans are divided on the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys, Anthony Salvanto, reports.

CBS News polling shows Americans are divided on the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys, Anthony Salvanto, reports.

CBS News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Trump seizes Venezuelan-linked oil tankers -- The Trump administration has seized two oil tankers linked to Venezuela, one in the Caribbean and another in the North Atlantic. Elliot Ackerman, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, former CIA special operations officer and a contributor with the Free Press, which, like CBS News, is owned by Paramount Skydance, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

The Trump administration has seized two oil tankers linked to Venezuela, one in the Caribbean and another in the North Atlantic. Elliot Ackerman, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, former CIA special operations officer and a contributor with the Free Press, which, like CBS News, is owned by Paramount Skydance, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

CBS News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Trump: Venezuela Purchasing 'Only American Made Products' with Money from Oil Deal

President Donald Trump said that Venezuela will only purchase "American made products" with the money they receive from the new oil deal.

Breitbart - Politics - 5 hours ago

The account placed a $32,000 wager just before Trump announced the Venezuelan leader was in US custody.

The account placed a $32,000 wager just before Trump announced the Venezuelan leader was in US custody.

BBC News - Business - 5 hours ago

Lancaster city pastor born in Venezuela reacts to US capture of Maduro

When Joel Peña learned Saturday that the U.S. military captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, he said he and members of his Lancaster city church congregation felt relief after years of

Lancaster Online - US News - 5 hours ago

Trump says Venezuela will 'only' purchase American products with oil deal revenue

Trump previously claimed that American companies would be sending workers to Venezuela to help rebuild the nation’s oil industry infrastructure

Independent UK - Politics - 5 hours ago

US will control Venezuelan oil sales: Energy secretary -- m read

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright announces indefinite US control over Venezuelan oil sales, following an agreement with Venezuela's interim leaders to market 30-50 million barrels of crude.

Gulf News - Business - 5 hours ago

US seizes Russian-flagged tanker, another tied to Venezuela as Trump widens oil push

The seizures are part of President Donald Trump's aggressive push to dictate oil ⁠flows in the Americas and force Venezuela's socialist government to become an ally.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

U.S. seizes two sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela -- Yesterday

Latest moves reflect Trump administration’s intent to control distribution of Venezuela’s oil products globally

The Globe and Mail - World - 6 hours ago

Venezuelan oil shipments surge to US ports with heavy crude after Maduro capture

President Donald Trump announces Venezuela will move 30-50 million barrels of oil worth $2.8 billion to U.S. after former President Nicolás Maduro's capture by American forces.

Fox News - Politics - 6 hours ago

US forces seize sanctioned Russian-flagged oil tanker that slipped through Venezuela blockade

Two so-called “dark fleet” oil tankers were boarded and seized by US forces after one of the ships eluded a blockade around Venezuela, changed its name, and reflagged itself as a Russian vessel...

New York Post - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Oil giant in talks with US to expand operations in Venezuela

These talks unfold as Washington and Caracas advance negotiations to supply up to 50 million barrels of Venezuelan oil to the United States

Independent UK - US News - 7 hours ago

Fear grips Caracas as a new wave of repression is unleashed in Venezuela

For a brief moment, some Venezuelans allowed themselves to celebrate. By Monday, however, those feelings had been replaced by fear, dread, and uncertainty.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Trump's MAGA base backs his handling of Venezuela and Maduro capture, allies say

President Donald Trump’s boast that “MAGA loves what I’m doing” appears to hold true, but the suggestion of sending in ground troops threatens to revive an “America First” debate.

NBC News - Politics - 7 hours ago

US says it will control Venezuela's oil sales 'indefinitely'

Trump administration announcement comes as UN experts warn Venezuela's oil reserves 'must not be cynically exploited'.

Aljazeera - World - 7 hours ago

Trump says Venezuela will purchase American products with revenue from oil deal

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Wednesday that the U.S. will control Venezuela's oil sales indefinitely.

CNBC - Politics - 8 hours ago

Canada's cheaper, cleaner and lower-risk oil can rival a resurgent Venezuela, Carney says

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he's not worried about the prospect of increased oil production from Venezuela challenging Canada's energy exports because Canadian oil is cheaper, cleaner and lower risk.

CBC News - Politics - 8 hours ago

Trump administration claims it will 'dictate' policy to Venezuela

Vice President JD Vance told Fox News that controlling Venezuela's oil would be key to controlling its government.

Aljazeera - World - 8 hours ago

Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture -- A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Was it insider trading? -- Jan 6

A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Was it insider trading?

CBS News - Business - 8 hours ago

Rubio lays out three-phase plan for Venezuela after Maduro: 'Not just winging it'

Secretary Marco Rubio defends President Donald Trump's Venezuela plan amid Democratic criticism, outlining three-phase strategy for post-Maduro transition including oil control.

Fox News - World - 8 hours ago

CBS News poll finds actions in Venezuela divide Americans -- Most don't want the U.S. to control Venezuela. Maduro's removal from power draws big backing from MAGA, Republicans.

Most don't want the U.S. to control Venezuela. Maduro's removal from power draws big backing from MAGA, Republicans.

CBS News - Politics - 8 hours ago

Commentary: Venezuela's key customer China no longer needs it

From asphalt to gasoline, diesel and kerosene, China’s appetite for oil is sated, says David Fickling for Bloomberg Opinion.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 8 hours ago

Secret World Deal? Explosive Claim Says Putin And Trump Planned To Trade Ukraine For Venezuela

This investigative report examines claims that Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump considered a covert geopolitical swap of Ukraine for Venezuela, grounded in primary source testimony from former Trump Russia adviser Fiona Hill and official records.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Mayer: Hits just keep on coming, with Venezuela the latest

I just forced myself to listen to our dear leader rambling on about the attack on Venezuela.

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Irish News Video -- Russia accuses US of 'outright piracy' after seizure of Venezuela oil tanker in UK-backed operation

Russia accuses US of ‘outright piracy’ after seizure of Venezuela oil tanker in UK-backed operation

Independent.ie - World - 9 hours ago

Fyodor Lukyanov: Trump's Venezuela move may have just earned him a Nobel Peace Prize

In a world where wars solve nothing, Trump’s brand of pressure politics may be the closest thing to modern peace

Russia Today - World - 9 hours ago

Fyodor Lukyanov: Trump's Venezuela move may have just earned him a Nobel Peace Prize -- ANALYSIS

In a world where wars solve nothing, Trump’s brand of pressure politics may be the closest thing to modern peace

Russia Today - US News - 9 hours ago

Venezuelan interim leader Delcy Rodríguez fires general who failed to protect Maduro during US raid

Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodríguez' has sacked Javier Marcano Tábata, the embattled general whose forces failed to protect the now-captured Nicolás Maduro from a US raid in Caracas.

New York Post - World - 9 hours ago

Trump not ruling out boots on the ground in Venezuela, Greenland

'American dominance' will continue in western hemisphere, press secretary Karoline Leavitt says

Middle East Eye - US News - 9 hours ago

US has seized Venezuela-linked oil tanker after weeks-long pursuit

Seizure of tanker, with UK operational support, after it slipped through a US ‘blockade’ could stoke tensions with Russia

Irish Times - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

US Navy presence in the Caribbean ramps up amid Venezuela operation

Retired U.S. Navy Capt. Bob Wells discusses the U.S. Navy’s buildup in the Caribbean and President Donald Trump’s message to Venezuela’s successor to Nicolás Maduro on ‘Fox Report.’

Fox News - World - 10 hours ago

Venezuela's state-run oil company says it is negotiating with the U.S. to sell crude oil

Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A., said the talks were "within the framework of the commercial relations that exist between both countries."

NBC News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

U.S. seeks to assert its control over Venezuelan oil with tanker seizures, global sales

The U.S. has seized two sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela in back-to-back actions in North Atlantic and Caribbean, officials revealed early Wednesday morning.

CBC News - World - 10 hours ago

Who Is Trying to Make Money in Venezuela Right Now?

Oil traders, hedge funds, and some guy on Polymarket all see potential windfalls in the chaos.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Cuban Spies' Failures in Venezuela Led to Maduro's Capture by US Forces, Experts Say

Cuban authorities revealed Tuesday the names of 32 Interior Ministry and armed forces members, including high-ranking officers, who they said died protecting Maduro during the U.S. raid early Saturday.

Military.com - US News - 11 hours ago

Cuban Spies' Failures in Venezuela Led to Maduro's Capture by US Forces, Experts Say -- Cuban authorities revealed Tuesday the names of 32 Interior Ministry and armed forces members, including high-ranking...

Cuban authorities revealed Tuesday the names of 32 Interior Ministry and armed forces members, including high-ranking officers, who they said died protecting Maduro during the U.S. raid early Saturday.

Military.com - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

US aims to control Venezuela oil sales 'indefinitely'

Venezuela is sitting on the world's biggest reserves of heavy oil, ahead of the likes of Canada and Russia, and the US president wants to take advantage.

Sky News - Business - 11 hours ago

Marco Rubio's fingerprints are all over Trump's Venezuela plan. Here's why

When Marco Rubio took the lectern at Mar-a-Lago shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump announced the country had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, it was the culmination of a decade of effort from the secretary of state and a clear sign that he had emerged as a leading voice within the Trump administration.

CBC News - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Washington confirms seizure of Russian oil tanker for violating sanctions on Venezuela

Washington: The United States confirmed Wednesday the seizure of the Russian oil tanker Marinera in the North Atlantic for violating sanctions against...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 11 hours ago

Odds Are Dropping for a January Government Shutdown -- There's plenty of drama on the 2026 congressional agenda, from Obamacare to Venezuela. But lawmakers will probably manage to keep the lights on.

There’s plenty of drama on the 2026 congressional agenda, from Obamacare to Venezuela. But lawmakers will probably manage to keep the lights on.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Trump's Venezuela oil plan faces steep security and economic questions

Militia groups outside Caracas' control could endanger oil workers, while a drop in crude oil prices makes it harder for companies to recoup investments.

NBC News - Health - 12 hours ago

What's next in deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro's criminal case

Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were arraigned Monday on drug trafficking charges, days after U.S. forces seized them from their Caracas home. Both pleaded not guilty.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 12 hours ago

Opposition leader Machado says her coalition should lead Venezuela -- Donald Trump publicly dismissed the Nobel winner Machado, saying she did not have support and respect.

President Trump has publicly dismissed the Nobel winner Machado saying she doesn't have local support and respect.

BBC News - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Breitbart News Daily Podcast Ep. 911: Former CIA Station Chief in Venezuela Explains Maduro's Dramatic Capture

Rick de la Torre, a former CIA station chief in Venezuela, provides new details about the successful mission that captured Nicolás Maduro.

Breitbart - Politics - 12 hours ago

Rubio says U.S. will control money from sales of Venezuelan oil -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters that the U.S. has a three-phase plan for Venezuela, with an initial emphasis on stabilizing the country.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters that the U.S. has a three-phase plan for Venezuela, with an initial emphasis on stabilizing the country.

CBS News - Politics - 12 hours ago

U.S. seizes Venezuela-linked, Russian-flagged oil tanker after weekslong pursuit

This appeared to be the first ‍time in recent memory that the U.S. military has ‍seized a Russian-flagged vessel.

CNBC - Politics - 12 hours ago

US seizes two Venezuela-linked oil tankers in Caribbean, North Atlantic

US officials say they’ve taken control of two oil tankers linked to Venezuela in the Atlantic and the Caribbean.

Aljazeera - US News - 13 hours ago

Venezuelans flee to Colombia after Maduro's arrest

Fox News chief international correspondent Steve Harrigan joins 'America's Newsroom' live from the Colombian border as Venezuelans flee following the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro.

Fox News - World - 13 hours ago

Venezuela's stock exchange is a double this week. There may soon be a way to play it

The Teucrium Venezuela Exposure ETF aims to track the total return of companies with significant exposure to Venezuela.

CNBC - US News - 13 hours ago

Venezuela crisis: Five graphs explain why Trump wants the oil

The South American country has a relatively low output, but its vast reserves of high-density crude oil are sought after by American refineries

Middle East Eye - US News - 13 hours ago

Rubio lays out Venezuela plan focused on stabilization, recovery and transition

Secretary of State Marco Rubio laid out a "three-fold process" for Venezuela focused on stabilization, recovery and transition. Rubio also confirmed that the U.S. will sell 30 to 50 million barrels of Venezuelan oil. NBC News' Monica Alba reports on the plan detailed by Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

NBC News - World - 13 hours ago

Irish News Video -- US forces 'attempting to seize' Venezuela-linked Russian oil tanker in the Atlantic

US forces ‘attempting to seize’ Venezuela-linked Russian oil tanker in the Atlantic.

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Trump treated Venezuela like must-see TV -- Andi Zeisler

It was his latest move in a quest to revive monoculture — in his own image.

Salon - Entertainment - 13 hours ago

US says it will control Venezuela oil sales 'indefinitely'

Trump’s energy secretary says US administration is in ‘active dialogue’ with Caracas about the plan

Irish Times - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

US faces challenges if it wants 'boots on the ground' in Venezuela

A minimum of 50,000 troops would be needed for Americans to force their way onto land and occupy key sites such as oil production facilities.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

US Military Action in Venezuela Is Seen as Both a Blessing and a Curse for Russia's Putin

The U.S. military operation in Venezuela can be seen as both a benefit and a burden for Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Military.com - US News - 13 hours ago

U.S. Seizes 2 Sanctioned Oil Tankers Linked To Venezuela

U.S. European Command announced the seizure of the merchant vessel Bella 1 for “violations of U.S. sanctions” in a social medial post.

Huffington Post - World - 14 hours ago

US seizes third Venezuelan-linked oil tanker amid escalating tensions with Russia

ALBAWABA- In a bold escalation of enforcement against sanctioned Venezuelan oil shipments, U.S. naval forces boarded and seized a Russian-flagged tanker

Albawaba - World - 14 hours ago

Venezuela: Trump's $3 billion oil windfall — why it matters

US President Donald Trump has announced an agreement with Venezuela's interim government to transfer millions of barrels of oil to the US. DW explores how the plan could be a blow to China, Russia, Iran and Cuba.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 14 hours ago

US Military Says It Has Seized 2 Oil Tankers Linked to Venezuela

The M/V Bella 1, a Russian-flagged oil tanker, was seized in the Atlantic Ocean, officials say.

Epoch Times - US News - 14 hours ago

How Delcy Rodríguez courted Trump and rose to power in Venezuela

Rodríguez's outreach during the first Trump administration made her a prominent face in U.S. business and political circles and paved the way for her own rise.

NBC News - World - 15 hours ago

U.S. seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker that fled blockade of Venezuela

The sanctioned ship, which changed its name from the Bella 1 to the Marinera, was secured in the operation Wednesday, according to one U.S. official. It was initially pursued by the Coast Guard off Venezuela last month.

NBC News - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

US seizes Venezuela-linked sanctioned oil tanker in North Atlantic

U.S. forces boarded a Venezuela-linked oil tanker sanctioned by Washington in the North Atlantic after tracking the vessel for several weeks, a U.S....

Daily Sabah - World - 15 hours ago

Why the action in Venezuela may really be about Cuba

Venezuela is Cuba’s lifeline economically, politically, and militarily. And by tightening the vise on Caracas, the United States is indirectly squeezing Havana.

Boston Globe - Politics - 15 hours ago

Venezuela power play: Washington, Caracas reach deal to have US$2b worth of crude oil sent to US

Global oil prices tracking lower as China denounced the US as a bully, after the White House said it had persuaded Venezuela to divert supplies from Beijing and import up to US$2 billion worth of embargoed crude. Janiv Shah, Vice President of Commodity Markets at Rystad Energy, explains the wider impact of US intervent

Channel NewsAsia - World - 15 hours ago

American service members wounded in Venezuela raid – media

Seven US service members suffered injuries while abducting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro last Saturday, according to US media reports

Russia Today - World - 15 hours ago

US Forces Board Venezuela-Linked Sanctioned Oil Tanker in North Atlantic, US Official Says

A U.S. official says U.S. forces have boarded a Venezuela-linked sanctioned oil tanker in the North Atlantic after pursuing it for weeks.

Military.com - US News - 15 hours ago

US seizes Venezuela-linked oil tanker off British waters

American forces boarded the Marinera, a Russian-flagged vessel previously known as Bella-1, on Wednesday.

Evening Standard - Politics - 16 hours ago

How could Trump's move against Venezuela impact major U.S. adversaries? -- The U.S. striking Venezuela and capturing its leader has practical implications for China, Russia, Iran and Cuba, and it also sends messages to each nation. -- Jan 6

The U.S. striking Venezuela and capturing its leader has practical implications for China, Russia, Iran and Cuba, and it also sends messages to each nation.

CBS News - World - 16 hours ago

U.S. secures oil tanker linked to Venezuela, officials say

U.S. officials told NBC News that an operation was launched to seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the northern Atlantic that is linked to Venezuela. NBC News’ Courtney Kube reports on why the U.S. views the ship as stateless.

NBC News - World - 16 hours ago

No 10 refuses to comment as US reportedly seizing Venezuela-linked oil tanker

US forces are reportedly attempting to seize the Marinera, a Russian-flagged vessel previously known as Bella-1.

Evening Standard - Politics - 16 hours ago

Watch: Trump says Maduro copied his dancing. Did he? -- The US president on Tuesday claimed the ousted Venezuelan leader imitated his moves. Here's a side-by-side look at both men's dancing.

The US president on Tuesday claimed the ousted Venezuelan leader imitated his moves. Here's a side-by-side look at both men's dancing.

BBC News - US News - 17 hours ago

Canadian energy stocks tumble after U.S. incursion in Venezuela -- Kyle Bakx -- -

North American oil prices climbed by more than one per cent on Monday following the upheaval in Venezuela over the weekend, while stock prices of some large Canadian oil and gas companies have fallen.

CBC News - Business - 17 hours ago

Multiple US military planes land in UK days after raid on Venezuela

The planes’ arrival came before US jets seized a sanctioned Venezuelan oil tanker now flying under a Russian flag near the British coast

Independent UK - US News - 17 hours ago

What Nicolás Maduro Said in Court During His Arraignment -- Military.com was present in the room when ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were arraigned on narco...

Military.com was present in the room when ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were arraigned on narco-terrorism charges.

Military.com - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

What's the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba? -- The BBC's Cuba Correspondent, Will Grant, looks at the close ties between the two nations.

The BBC's Cuba Correspondent, Will Grant, looks at the close ties between the two nations.

BBC News - US News - 18 hours ago

Trump to choose next Venezuelan prez in inaugural season of 'El Aprendiz'

Every week, The Post will bring you our picks of the best one-liners and stories from satirical site the Babylon Bee to take the edge off Hump Day.

New York Post - Opinion - 18 hours ago

Why Does Venezuela Have So Much Oil? Geology

Trump has cited Venezuela’s oil resources as motivation for capturing the nation’s leader—here’s the geology behind the news

Scientific American - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

How Trump attack on Venezuela backs Fifa into a corner over World Cup

The United States’ attack on Venezuela has shifted focus on the 2026 World Cup hosts, writes Miguel Delaney, with Fifa left conflicted by its allegiance with Trump

Independent UK - Sports - 18 hours ago

Venezuela oil deal angers China, pushes prices down

The deal could initially require oil cargoes bound for Venezuela's top buyer China to be rerouted.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 18 hours ago

Trump's Venezuela opposition snub leaves Maduro loyalists in charge

While Venezuelan opposition supporters celebrated the U.S. military's removal of Nicolas Maduro to face drug trafficking charges in New York, the...

Daily Sabah - World - 19 hours ago

Trump warns Venezuela to cooperate or risk new U.S. military attack

Follow live updates as President Donald Trump speaks about Venezuela's future and U.S. allies respond to his threats against Greenland.

NBC News - World - 19 hours ago

Chicago's Venezuelan community applauds Maduro removal but questions Trump's motives

Illinois political leaders criticize the U.S. government's operation in Venezuela as unconstitutional because of President Donald Trump's failure to consult Congress. At Downtown rally, protesters call on U.S. forces to stand down and for restoration of peace.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 19 hours ago

Trump's Walmart warmongering in Venezuela isn't just empire building. For him it's entertainment

Capturing Maduro and putting him on display is US president's version of a Roman emperor’s triumph, entertainment for a senile king

Irish Times - Opinion - 20 hours ago

At Least 24 Venezuelan Security Officers Killed in US Raid to Capture Maduro

The updated figures bring the official death toll to at least 56, including Cuban allies serving as security personnel for Venezuela’s ruling regime.

Epoch Times - US News - 20 hours ago

Analysis -- Barry O'Halloran: You might think it's about drugs and oil – but Trump's Venezuela intervention is based on age-old policy

The US military intervention that toppled Nicolás Maduro was a long time coming. In the week before Christmas, the formidable White House chief of staff Su...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

AMB GORDON SONDLAND: Trump showed strength in Venezuela — now finish the job

Trump's action to remove Nicolas Maduro from Venezuela prevents Russia, China from securing control over the world's largest oil reserves. Now the US must stay course and finish job.

Fox News - World - 20 hours ago

Oil prices drop after Venezuela agrees to send crude to the US

ALBAWABA - Oil prices reported a slight decrease on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. had reached an agreement to impo

Albawaba - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Oil prices drop as Trump vows to seize up to 50m barrels of Venezuelan crude

Brent crude dropped below $60 a barrel after the US leader said Venezuela would turn over oil worth close to £1.5bn

Independent UK - Business - 21 hours ago

The U.S. imposed a blockade on sanctioned oil tankers tied to Venezuela. How is that working out? -- Mark Gollom

Questioned over the weekend about how the U.S. government will take over governing Venezuela, Secretary of State Marco Rubio instead shifted the focus to the U.S. blockade of sanctioned oil tankers. CBC News looks at the origins of the blockade, what it entails, whether it's considered legal and just how effective it is.

CBC News - World - 21 hours ago

Denmark has reason to worry that something is rotten in Washington -- With the future of Venezuela and what remains of the world order in doubt, Denmark has ample reason to be concerned about our president's expressed intention to take over Greenland.

With the future of Venezuela and what remains of the world order in doubt, Denmark has ample reason to be concerned about our president’s expressed intention to take over Greenland.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 23 hours ago

Two reasons for Trump's Venezuela intervention - and one similarity to Iraq | Michael Clarke Q&A

Donald Trump is at the centre of another major international development - this time in Venezuela. The US capture of Nicolas Maduro has rung alarm bells around the world, with concerns over which country could be next. Michael Clarke was here to answer your questions. Catch up below.

Sky News - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

Seven U.S. troops injured in Venezuela raid that captured Maduro, Pentagon says

Seven U.S. service members were injured during a U.S. military operation in Venezuela that captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, a Pentagon official said on Wednesday.

CNBC - US News - 23 hours ago

Oil giant lines up tanker fleet to ship crude out of Venezuela

All eyes are on the Houston-based Chevron as the only exporter of the country’s oil following the ouster of President Nicolás Maduro by US forces.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 1 day ago

In Post-Maduro Venezuela, U.S. Reportedly Eyes Security Chief As Potential Target

The Trump administration has put Venezuela's hardline interior minister on notice that he could be at the top of its target list.

Huffington Post - World - 1 day ago

EDITORIAL -- The Sunday Editorial: Venezuela's fate is a warning for Canada

U.S. military action to seize Nicolás Maduro marks the formal debut of an imperial America

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 1 day ago

Venezuela after Maduro: Leadership of the South American nation seems uncertain

Since the airstrikes, there has been a huge sense of uncertainty, with long queues in local supermarkets and gas stations, and Caracas residents worried about basic necessities like groceries.

Global Voices - Politics - 1 day ago

US seizure of Venezuela's president: What it means for smaller countries like Singapore

US military strikes on Venezuela and the dramatic seizure of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife have sparked international outrage and discussions about a new global order. Where does this leave countries like Singapore? In this Deep Dive episode, Tiffany Ang speaks with Professor Joseph

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Cuba discloses names of 32 military officers killed in U.S. action in Venezuela

The names, ranks and ages of the 32 Cuban military personnel killed during the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces were published Tuesday by the Cuban government, which announced two days of mourning.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Trump says Venezuelan oil to be shipped to US ports as 'war crime' attack condemned

The new death toll comes after Cuba's government announced that 32 Cuban military and police officers working in Venezuela had been killed.

SBS - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump announces Venezuela is turning over millions of barrels of oil to US government 'immediately'

President Donald Trump announced Venezuela will transfer 30 to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S. after dictator Nicolás Maduro's capture, with proceeds to benefit both nations.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Cuba identifies 32 military personnel killed in US operation against Maduro regime in Venezuela

Havana says 32 members of its armed forces died during a U.S. military operation to capture Nicolás Maduro, calling it an act of aggression.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Trump Outlines His Plans for Venezuela After Maduro's Capture

‘The path forward will be extremely challenging,’ a former State Department adviser said.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

US to Receive 30 to 50 Million Barrels of Sanctioned Oil From Venezuela: Trump

The U.S. president announced that the oil would be sold in the United States at market price.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Trump says Venezuela to give up to 50 million barrels of oil to U.S.

Trump's announcement came days after U.S. forces attacked Venezuela and captured its leader, Nicolas Maduro, to be prosecuted on drug-trafficking charges.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

Price hikes, queues and tension: Venezuela shoppers uneasy after US bombing

Residents of the capital Caracas remain rattled after the US abduction of Maduro, leading some to stock up on supplies.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump says the U.S. may reimburse oil companies for rebuilding Venezuela's infrastructure

Big oil firms will either "get reimbursed by us or through revenue," Trump told NBC News in an exclusive interview.

NBC News - Business - 1 day ago

'Spectacle of empire': US has no day-after plan for Venezuela, experts say

Russia and China may stand to benefit from US distraction in Latin America

Middle East Eye - World - 1 day ago

Venezuelan Opposition Back Machado, Downplay Rift With Trump

Trump’s decision to back Delcy Rodríguez was viewed by opposition figures as a tactical move, not a strategic endorsement.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

US 'may intercept Venezuela-linked oil tanker bearing Russian flag'

The Venezuelan tanker hastily painted a Russian flag on its side after fleeing US blockade in the Caribbean Sea

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

U.S. occupation not good for Venezuela, America or Chicago, says UChicago expert Robert Pape

Pape, an international security affairs and political violence expert, shared four key takeaways in conversation with WBEZ's Sasha-Ann Simons on 'In the Loop' Monday.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 1 day ago

CIA advised Trump against supporting Venezuela's democratic opposition

Trump dismissed the leadership of Venezuela's democratic opposition in favor of Maduro's handpicked vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, now the interim president.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russia Takes a Back Seat in Venezuela, Making No Clear Moves to Protect Nicolás Maduro

Russia’s response to the arrest of its ally in Venezuela, narco-terrorist kingpin Nicolás Maduro, has been low-key as of Tuesday afternoon.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Trump Admin's Venezuela Strikes Are Challenging China's Global Role

The strategic signals Beijing is seeing and what it means.

Epoch Times - Opinion - 1 day ago

Venezuelans in NY Celebrate Maduro's Ouster as He Appears in US Court

‘Maduro destroyed thousands of families, not just a country,’ one sign in Spanish read. ‘Now he must pay.’

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

A tense calm on the streets of Caracas masks fears and uncertainty for Venezuelans

Residents in the capital said they are seeing an increased presence of government security forces, as well as armed civilian paramilitaries loyal to the government.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

US could seize Venezuela oil tanker off UK coast as it flees to Russia

US military forces have been preparing for a possible mission to capture the vessel

Evening Standard - World - 1 day ago

What did Jack Ryan know about Venezuela? Spy show hero goes viral after Maduro capture -- Nick Logan

On the heels of the U.S. military attacks on Venezuela's capital over the weekend and the capture of president Nicolás Maduro, millions of people on social media are sharing a fictitious CIA analyst's insights on the South American petrostate.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Is Trump Annexing Greenland or Just High on Imperialism? -- After the Venezuela attack, Trump breezily threatened Greenland would be next — despite warnings that seizing the island would end NATO.

After the Venezuela attack, Trump breezily threatened Greenland would be next — despite warnings that seizing the island would end NATO.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Turkey's Erdogan, a Longtime Maduro Pal, Seeks Role in Venezuela Situation

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan takes a soft tone when criticizing President Donald Trump for arresting his old friend Nicolas Maduro.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Cuba releases details of 32 officers killed in strike on Venezuela as U.S. defends attack

Among the deceased are colonels, lieutenants, majors and captains, as well as some reserve soldiers, ranging in age from 26 to 60.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 day ago

At least 24 Venezuelan security officers were killed in U.S. operation to capture Maduro, officials say

Venezuela’s Atty. Gen. Tarek William Saab said 'dozens' of officials and civilians were killed and that prosecutors would investigate the deaths in what he described as a 'war crime.' He didn’t specify if the estimate was specifically referring to Venezuelans.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 day ago

US defense spending could rise after Venezuela's Maduro arrested

The Trump administration's arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro could lead to an increase in defense spending as the White House looks to counter threats around the world.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

AI deepfakes of Nicolás Maduro flood social media — depicting Venezuelan dictator in jail with Diddy, among other vids

The onslaught of AI images mixed with real news and verified photos to create a confusing mess in the midst of a chaotic breaking news moment – especially as some public figures amplified the...

New York Post - Business - 1 day ago

Power Without Restraint Courts Quagmire in Venezuela and Beyond | Opinion

Trump's moves in Venezuela could lead to another costly quagmire.

Newsweek - Opinion - 1 day ago

How American companies could access world's largest oil reserves through Venezuela

Shares of major U.S. companies in the energy sector are sharply higher after President Donald Trump announced plans to take control of Venezuela’s oil industry and said American companies would revitalize it after capturing President Nicolás Maduro

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 day ago

Venezuelan opposition leader to return 'as soon as possible' to contest fresh elections

María Corina Machado says country’s new interim leader Delcy Rodríguez has been ‘rejected by the Venezuelan people’

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Venezuela illustrates a problem with market forecasts: Surprises happen

Oil price forecasts that once rested on estimates for global economic activity are now reacting to other factors

The Globe and Mail - Business - 1 day ago

The Challenge for US Companies to Rebuild Venezuelan Oil Industry Wrecked by Decades of Neglect

‘U.S. companies will not commit serious capital to Venezuela without a credible reset on the rule of law,’ said Jason Isaac, CEO of American Energy Institute.

Epoch Times - Business - 1 day ago

Trump supporters across US react to Venezuela operation -- Trump supporters react after US forces seized Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro with some welcoming the move and others expressing caution about what it means going forward.

Trump supporters react after US forces seized Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro with some welcoming the move and others expressing caution about what it means going forward.

BBC News - US News - 1 day ago

Trump's vague claims of the U.S. running Venezuela raise questions about planning for what comes next

Seemingly contradictory statements from Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have suggested at once that the U.S. now controls the levers of Venezuelan power or that the U.S. has no intention of assuming day-to-day governance.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

Labour infighting as MPs attack ministers over Venezuela response

Labour backbenchers have rounded on Sir Keir Starmer and his cabinet after their refusals to criticise President Donald Trump for his military intervention in Venezuela

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

The metals outlook for 2026 was already bright. Why Venezuela just added to conviction

Trump's Venezuela attack has added to conviction in an asset class investors were already favoring coming into 2026: metals.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

Trump needs US oil firms to make his Venezuela plan work - but can they deliver?

Difficulties in extracting Venezuela oil, sanctions and political uncertainty could mean problems for oil giants. But the rewards may be great and share prices are up.

Sky News - Business - 1 day ago

Rubio explains how U.S. might 'run' Venezuela after Maduro's ouster

President Donald Trump on Saturday said the U.S. will "run" Venezuela until a new leader is determined.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

Starlink provides free internet to Venezuela following US arrest of Nicolás Maduro

Starlink offers free internet access to Venezuela through Feb. 3 after U.S. forces arrested President Maduro on federal narco-terrorism charges.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

From Gaza to Venezuela, the US has been unmasked as the serial villain

The path to Caracas – and potentially next to Colombia, Cuba, and Greenland, other targets of Donald Trump’s colonial greed – was paved in Gaza

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 1 day ago

Kluth: Trump's legacy tied to Venezuela

Possibly, just possibly, Donald Trump just scored a foreign-policy success that could define his legacy. By striking Venezuela and whisking away Nicolás Maduro (along with Maduro’s wife), the U.S. pre

The Columbian - Opinion - 1 day ago

Seth Meyers, Jon Stewart, and more late-night hosts react to Trump's Venezuela operation

On Monday, late-night hosts chastised President Trump for undertaking a risky military operation in Venezuela.

Boston Globe - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Why Trump's Venezuela Gambit Doesn't Make Sense

Here’s collected commentary on some of the most befuddling aspects of Trump’s new military misadventure.

New York Magazine - Politics - 1 day ago

SEN TIM KAINE: Trump's Venezuela strike trampled Congress' war powers. Congress must stop it

Virginia Democratic senator promises bipartisan resolution vote on Venezuela after unauthorized military strike and capture of Nicolas Maduro on Saturday.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

Why Trump has refused to back Venezuela's 'Iron Lady'

Nobel peace laureate María Corina Machado is the most popular opposition leader but US investors see her as too radical

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Toppling Maduro was easy — governing Venezuela could trap US for years

Former Defense Department adviser who witnessed Iraq planning says U.S. lacks clear governance framework for post-Maduro transition.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

Greenland brushes off U.S. takeover fears after Trump's Venezuela intervention

Greenland Prime Minister Jens Frederik Nielsen has dismissed concerns of an imminent U.S. takeover attempt.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

Venezuela's fall echoes Berlin Wall collapse, says expert whose parents fled Soviet Union

One energy expert compares Venezuela's socialist upheaval to the Berlin Wall collapse as the alleged narco-terrorist leader Nicolás Maduro faces federal U.S. charges.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

U.S. will look to tap Venezuelan oil reserves, Trump says

President Donald Trump said U.S. oil companies will invest billions to upgrade the country's aging oil infrastructure.

NBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Oil prices swing after U.S. captures Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro

Investors look to safe-haven assets like gold and silver to limit risk from the ongoing political instability in Latin America.

NBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Energy stocks rise on hopes Trump will tap Venezuela's vast oil reserves

Rebuilding Venezuela's degraded oil infrastructure and returning it to full capacity will likely take years, experts say.

NBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Cooper says she raised international law with US over Venezuela

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper addressed the Commons after Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro entered a not guilty plea in court in New York.

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump putting Venezuela's interim leader on 'short leash' – Politico

The US wants Delcy Rodriguez to meet several pro-American demands, and expects her to ultimately leave power, the article says

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Venezuela's seized leader Maduro tells US court: I'm a prisoner of war

The captured Venezuelan dictator told a judge ‘I am a decent man’

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Oil prices ease as investors track Venezuela fallout

London: Oil prices dipped yesterday after the United States ousted Nicolas Maduro, leader of crude rich Venezuela, raising the prospect that billions...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 1 day ago

From Caracas to Taiwan: How Venezuela has changed China's calculations

It is only two days since Nicolas Maduro received Xi Jinping’s special envoy for talks on the hundreds of agreements that have bound Venezuela and China together on energy, finance and political cooperation. Michael Sheridan examines how the US military’s raid on Caracas may have just made a decapitation strike against Taiwan much easier

Independent UK - Opinion - 2 days ago

US-Venezuela as it happened: Maduro appears in New York court; UN condemns US strike; Machado praises Trump's 'courageous vision'

Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife have appeared in a Manhattan federal court, as opinion on the Caracas operation continues to split. Follow our rolling coverage.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Trump Administration Reportedly Sets Meetings With Oil Companies Over Venezuela

The upcoming meetings will be crucial to the administration's hopes to boost crude oil production and exports from Venezuela.

Huffington Post - World - 2 days ago

Trump Says US Not at War With Venezuela After Maduro's Capture

The U.S. president said he will be the top person in charge of U.S. actions in Venezuela.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Trump Optimistic on Bringing Back Venezuela Oil Operations in Under 18 Months

The U.S. president’s optimism depends on investments by U.S. companies, potentially reimbursed by the government or through revenues.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Hegseth, Rubio Brief Lawmakers on US Operation in Venezuela

House Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters after the briefing, ‘The U.S. military operation in Venezuela was a decisive and justified action.’

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Classified Venezuela briefing leaves lawmakers split along party lines after Maduro capture

Senate Democrats are moving to force a vote on a measure to block further military action in Venezuela.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Letters to the Editor, January 6th: On Trump and Venezuela, the power of newsprint and a walking wonderland

His future actions and not his words will determine the authenticity of his bona fides

Irish Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

Venezuelan Dissident Explains His Courtroom Confrontation With Maduro

Pedro Rojas, who said he had been a political prisoner in Venezuela, later apologized for his outburst.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Israeli media and US lawmakers signal Iran intervention after Venezuela attack

The Jerusalem Post reported on Monday that the US is weighing 'some intervention' in Iran, while Lindsey Graham trumpets regime change

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

Captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Appears in NYC Court

Captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, headed to their first court appearance in New York surrounded by heavily armed federal agents.

Inside Edition - US News - 2 days ago

Erdoğan, Trump discuss ties, Venezuela, Gaza in phone call

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed bilateral ties, defense industry cooperation, trade, as well as the war in Gaza...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 2 days ago

Wall Street gains ground as crude prices and oil company stocks rise after raid on Venezuela

Stocks closed higher on Wall Street, led by a mix of energy companies and banks

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

SCHOEN, GREEN: We back Trump on Maduro — and urge a better plan to govern Venezuela

Two Democratic pollsters Douglas Schoen and Robert Green praise Trump's Venezuela operation while warning against installing Delcy Rodríguez as the country's interim leader.

Fox News - Opinion - 2 days ago

Fox News Politics Newsletter: 3 key takeaways from Trump's push to put US oil firms back in Venezuela

Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content.

Fox News - World - 2 days ago

Poland Issues Dire Warning To Europe As Trump Threatens Greenland After Striking Venezuela

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned that Europe must remain "united" after Trump threatened to seize Greenland after striking Venezuela and capturing its leader.

International Business Times - World - 2 days ago

When US smells oil: Why Venezuela move was inevitable

U.S. intervention in Venezuela exposes the fight to control the world’s largest oil reserves

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 2 days ago

Netanyahu Wants to Tango With Latin America After Venezuela Takeover. The Music May Change

Recent Elections Across South America and Trump's Invasion of Venezuela Have Prompted Israel to Court Governments Across the Continent. But Key Countries Remain Hostile, and Netanyahu's Declaring a 'Sweeping Turnaround' May Be Premature

Haaretz - World - 2 days ago

Halliburton, hedge funds and Chevron: Big winners from Trump's vow to 'rule' Venezuela

US energy stocks rally after abduction of Nicolas Maduro while analysts warn Opec countries could face 'serious' pressure

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

China Weakly Vows to Continue Colonizing Venezuela After Trump Launches the 'Donroe Doctrine'

The Chinese Foreign Ministry struggles to manage the geopolitical fallout from the arrest of Venezuela dictator Nicolas Maduro.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

MPs join protesters calling for release of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro

Jeremy Corbyn and Richard Burgon were among those gathered outside Downing Street.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

A new world order for Venezuela, US -- "Congress must do some meaningful damage control," writes one reader. Another: "President Trump is following the same failed playbook of previous operations for regime change."

"Congress must do some meaningful damage control," writes one reader. Another: "President Trump is following the same failed playbook of previous operations for regime change."

Boston Globe - Opinion - 2 days ago

We have to speak truth to power and condemn Trump's Venezuela attack -- Michael Byers

Canada must denounce the U.S.’s military strikes and capture of Nicolas Maduro

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 2 days ago

UN Secretary-General expresses deep concern over developments in Venezuela

New York: UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres expressed deep concern over the developments in Venezuela following a US military operation that resul...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 2 days ago

Misleading videos claim to show celebrations inside Venezuela -- BBC Verify takes a closer look at videos circulating online claiming to show Venezuelans celebrating the US seizure of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro.

BBC Verify takes a closer look at videos circulating online claiming to show Venezuelans celebrating the US seizure of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro.

BBC News - Technology - 2 days ago

Venezuela orders nationwide manhunt for supporters after Maduro's arrest by US forces

Nicolas Maduro was arrested by U.S. forces on drug trafficking charges as Venezuela declares emergency, ordering arrests of supporters. Rodriguez sworn in.

Fox News - World - 2 days ago

Don't expect a big gush of Venezuelan oil onto world markets any time soon -- Chris Arsenault

Trump expects oil riches will soon start flowing to U.S. companies. He’s in for a rude awakening

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 2 days ago

Venezuela's Acting President Says She Wants to Cooperate With US

Nicolás Maduro’s deputy, now the country’s interim leader, said, ‘We invite the U.S. government to collaborate with us.’

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Did Trump's Venezuela strike breach international law?

The US detention of Venezuela's President Maduro raises concerns over legality and international law

Evening Standard - World - 2 days ago

When regime change doesn't change the regime -- Plenty of people around the world are glad to see Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro gone. But the Trump administration's apparent lack of planning for the day after raises serious risks.

Plenty of people around the world are glad to see former president Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela gone. But the Trump administration’s apparent lack of planning for the day after raises serious risks.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 2 days ago

Trump wants Venezuela's oil. Will his plan work?

Donald Trump has said that American oil firms will invest billions to produce oil in Venezuela.

BBC News - Science - 2 days ago

Venezuelan President appears before US court in New York

New York: US authorities on Monday transferred Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from his place of detention to a federal courthouse in New York Cit...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 2 days ago

Venezuela, Military Intervention Risk, and the 2026 Oil Price Outlook

Dr. Gil FeilerSpeculation about a potential foreign military intervention or externally imposed regime change in Venezuela has resurfaced as political i

Albawaba - Business - 2 days ago

Interim Venezuelan leader offers to 'collaborate' with US after Trump warning

Delcy Rodriguez strikes conciliatory tone after US president warned her to do what is right or 'pay a very big price, probably bigger than Maduro'

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

'Vast majority' of Labour MPs want to see democracy in Venezuela, says Starmer

The Prime Minister has resisted demands from MPs on Labour’s left to condemn the US military action.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Trump breached international law with Venezuela operation, suggests Swinney

The South American country’s president Nicolas Maduro was arrested and taken to the US over the weekend.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Donald Trump Admits Oil Companies Knew About Venezuela Operation Before Congress

President Trump coordinated with US oil companies before and after the Venezuela operation, allowing them to plan reconstruction and manage the country's oil sector while Congress were uninformed.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Maduro Due In Court Today As Trump Says 'We're In Charge' Of Venezuela

A motorcade carrying Maduro was seen leaving the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn early Monday ahead of his expected appearance, where he faces drug trafficking and weapons charges.

International Business Times - World - 2 days ago

Could Trump's plans for Venezuela's oil industry threaten Canada?

Experts say a new government would need to be installed in Venezuela for oil to start flowing at the level it once did and that Canada could avoid the threat of competition by pursuing new pipelines to carry Canadian oil to the coasts and not the U.S.

CBC News - Politics - 2 days ago

JONATHAN TURLEY: Why Trump went off script on Venezuela and why it won't matter

Legal expert analyzes Trump's Venezuela operation after president contradicts official narrative on Maduro seizure, revealing nation-building plans.

Fox News - Opinion - 2 days ago

Trump's Venezuela Invasion Has Exposed One of His Biggest Lies -- Zachary D. Carter

The president’s apologists promised he’d steer clear of foreign misadventures. They should be embarrassed.

Slate - Politics - 2 days ago

Sara Foster Praises Trump for Apprehending Maduro: Venezuela Is 'Liberated Today, Truly'

The U.S. capture of Venezuela’s illegitimate socialist dictator, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, should be celebrated as a moment of freedom for the beleaguered country, actress Sara Foster said Sunday.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Venezuela drama shrugged off by City as FTSE 100 nears 10,000

Gold and other precious metal rose as investors weighed up fall out from latest geo-political turmoil

Evening Standard - Business - 2 days ago

The big obstacles to Trump's plan for a Venezuelan oil windfall

The quick riches promised to US oil companies in Iraq did not materialise. The same may happen in Venezuela.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 2 days ago

US mission in Venezuela is just an illegal oil grab

Watch out Greenland, Colombia, Panama, Canada, the world.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

Defense stocks lift Asia markets to records after U.S. captures Venezuela's Maduro

Asia markets opened the first official trading week of 2026 on a stronger note after the U.S. said it captured Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro, with oil prices easing.

CNBC - World - 3 days ago

Trump says Cuba is 'ready to fall' after capture of Venezuela's Maduro

President Trump says Cuba is “ready to fall" after the U.S. operation that captured Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, cutting off a key economic and security lifeline to Havana.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

What Venezuela tells us about Australia's security

Recent crises in Venezuela, the Middle East and the South China Sea highlight hard choices Australia must confront.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 3 days ago

Why is Trump after Venezuelan oil?

Donald Trump has been clear that Venezuelan oil - and the commercial opportunity it represents for American companies - were a primary reason for removing Nicolas Maduro.

Sky News - Business - 3 days ago

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's narco case echoes US history of targeting alleged foreign drug kingpins

From Maduro to El Chapo: How the U.S. has pursued foreign leaders allegedly involved in international drug trafficking operations over the decades.

Fox News - US News - 3 days ago

Brazil recognises Venezuelan VP as head of state

Brasilia: Brazil s interim Foreign Minister Maria Laura da Rocha on Saturday said Brazil recognizes Venezuela s Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as the...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 3 days ago

Trump admin pressed on pardon for ex-Honduras president after Venezuela's Maduro snatched

The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday and charged him with drug-related crimes.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Trump: We are going to run Venezuela until we can do a safe transition

President Donald Trump addressed the attack on Venezuela from his Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Rubio vows to eliminate Hezbollah, Iran operations from Venezuela after Maduro capture

Hezbollah condemns U.S. capture of Nicolas Maduro as Secretary of State Marco Rubio vows to end the terrorist group's decades-long presence in Venezuela.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

Delaware senators react to military operation in Venezuela

Delaware's U.S. Senators Chris Coons and Lisa Blunt Rochester, both Democrats, posted statements Saturday after the military operation in Venezuela. WILMINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

U.S. attacks on Venezuela prompt praise, anger — and fear among world leaders

Though some countries applauded the U.S. action, nations across globe condemned the U.S. attack on Venezuela. Some wondered which country might be targeted next.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Kamala Harris Finally Chimes in with Other Dems and Blasts Trump's Venezuelan Operation

Former Vice President Kamala Harris waited most of Saturday before finally joining Democrat lawmakers to condemn the arrest of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

'This show was for everyone – not just Latin America:' Russian experts assess Trump's Venezuela gambit

As Washington seizes Maduro, Russian analysts warn of a bold show of force aimed at Latin America and global stability

Russia Today - Top Stories - 3 days ago

What's next for Venezuela and its hard-hit oil sector after Maduro capture?

Roxanna Vigil, an international affairs fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, says she has concerns about what comes next in Venezuela after the U.S. captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, early Saturday. Vigil says it will take years to reverse the long decline of Venezuela's oil sector and that it's not clear how the Trump administration intends to move forward.

CBC News - Politics - 3 days ago

What's next for Venezuela oil after US ousts Maduro?

US President Donald Trump says now that Nicolas Maduro is gone, more US oil companies will enter Venezuela and spend billions revitalizing its oil industry. Several key questions have to be answered.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 3 days ago

VIDEO: Maduro now in New York jail as Trump says US to 'run' Venezuela

Palm Beach, United States: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was in a New York jail Saturday, hours after American special forces seized and flew hi...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 3 days ago

Maduro arrives in US to face charges as UK backs Venezuela transition

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer insisted his administration ‘shed no tears’ over the end of the Venezuelan leader’s regime.

Evening Standard - World - 3 days ago

Trump has started with Venezuela - but he may not stop there

There are plenty more hostile or criminal neighbours for Donald Trump to go after in America's backyard: the cartels of Mexico, the corrupt failing regime in Cuba, the cocaine laboratories in Colombia. Dominic Waghorn asks who might be next.

Sky News - World - 3 days ago

A CIA team, steel doors and a fateful phone call: How the U.S. captured Maduro in Venezuela

President Donald Trump approved the strike before Christmas after months of planning, including troops training using a model of Maduro’s compound.

NBC News - Politics - 4 days ago

A Venezuelan oil reset is an economic risk Canada cannot ignore -- Shawn Barber

Canada must continue to diversify market for crude exports

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 4 days ago

'I waited for this moment for so long.' Many U.S. Venezuelans praise Maduro capture

The U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro sparked celebrations among many Venezuelan Americans across the country. Some expressed conflicting feelings, grateful for Maduro's capture but wary of President Trump's U.S. intervention.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 4 days ago

US will manage Venezuela's affairs until proper transition can take place: Trump

Washingotn: US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will manage Venezuela s affairs until a safe, proper, and judicious transition...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 4 days ago

Trump says US will 'run' Venezuela after capturing President Maduro

Capital plunged into darkness after series of blasts hit Caracas overnight with witnesses reporting low-flying aircraft

Evening Standard - World - 4 days ago

Starmer says UK sheds 'no tears' at end of Maduro regime in Venezuela

Labour prime minister backs transition of power after Donald Trump’s shock announcement the US has captured the country’s President

Independent UK - Politics - 4 days ago

SEE PICS: Venezuelans worldwide celebrate as exiles react to Maduro's capture

Venezuelans erupt in celebration after President Donald Trump announces Nicolás Maduro's capture, with celebrations in Miami, Chile and Spain.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

Trump Says U.S. Plans to 'Run' Venezuela and Tap Its Oil Reserves, After Operation to Oust Nicolás Maduro

Speaking to reporters hours after Maduro’s capture, the president revealed his plans to exploit the leadership void to “fix” the country’s oil infrastructure and sell “large amounts” of oil to other countries.

Hollywood Reporter - Politics - 4 days ago

Trump releases photo of Nicolas Maduro in US custody after Venezuela strikes

President Donald Trump posted a photograph on Saturday showing Nicolas Maduro in US custody after his forces carried out a mission to capture the Venezuelan president.According to Reuters, the...

International The News - World - 4 days ago

Members of Congress Decry Trump's Act of War on Venezuela as "Illegal"

Senators and House members accuse Trump and his aides of disregarding the Constitution and lying to Congress.

The Nation - World - 4 days ago

The Wildest Things Trump Said About the Venezuela Attack

From declaring “Nobody can stop us” to coining the term “Donroe Doctrine,” Trump’s remarks on the attack were staggeringly dumb and brazen.

New York Magazine - Politics - 4 days ago

Prime Minister says UK is 'not involved in any way' in US strikes on Venezuela

Sir Keir Starmer said he was planning on speaking to US President Donald Trump in order to 'establish the facts'

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Venezuelan President's indictment includes conspiracy and terrorism charges: US Attorney General

New York: US Attorney General Pam Bondi stated that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro will soon face the full wrath of American justice on American...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 4 days ago

Nicolas Maduro captured: The strategic reasons behind the US strike on Venezuela

The United States has carried out a major operation, launching a series of airstrikes across Venezuela that culminated in the reported capture of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores,...

International The News - World - 4 days ago

Trump confirms US strike in Venezuela, says President Nicolás Maduro has been 'captured'

The U.S. military carried out air strikes in various areas of Venezuela, including the capital of Caracas, early Saturday morning, officials confirmed to Fox News.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

Venezuela: American regime change with a Trumpian twist

Trump has added a particular layer of dementedness to the latest unprovoked US aggression.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 4 days ago

Starmer 'wants Trump talks' after US Venezuela strikes

Starmer is keen to ‘establish the facts’ following the overnight operation which saw explosions sweep over Caracas

Independent UK - Politics - 4 days ago

From December: Why Trump cares about Venezuela

Venezuela is home to the world's largest proven oil reserves with an estimated 304 billion barrels.

Sky News - Business - 4 days ago

US attack on Venezuela: Trump's 'peace' means war in 2026

Trump's stark new nationalistic and neocolonial vision for US empire in the second quarter of the 21st century has now embraced regime change in Caracas

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 4 days ago

Moment massive explosions rock Caracas as US bombs Venezuelan capital

Footage captures towering fireballs and smoke billowing across skyline as American warplanes pound military targets

Evening Standard - World - 4 days ago

As U.S.-Venezuela tensions rise, Trinidad & Tobago thumbs its nose at CARICOM

Criticism around the prime minister’s posturing, which academic Richard Drayton called “defiantly, even rudely, anti-Caricom,” started in September, when the U.S. began to assert its military presence in the region.

Global Voices - Top Stories - 15 days ago

Why US giant Chevron, not China, may save oil-rich Venezuela

Chevron is driving Venezuela's oil rebound while China is pulling back. As the fate of President Nicolas Maduro grows uncertain, Washington's renewed leverage is reshaping the country's economic and geopolitical future.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 26 days ago