Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal: Economic Lifeline or Political Gamble?
President Trump's plan to buy 30-50M barrels of Venezuelan crude could inject billions, but stability hinges on a fragile detente with Caracas. Will it revive the oil giant?
President Trump's plan to buy 30-50M barrels of Venezuelan crude could inject billions, but stability hinges on a fragile detente with Caracas. Will it revive the oil giant?
Venezuela's top lawmaker announces a significant prisoner release, including foreigners, as a unilateral peace gesture. Read the latest developments.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says controlling Venezuela's oil revenue is key to stabilising its economy and repaying Exxon, Conoco. Details on the new deal and White House meetings.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio details a post-Maduro plan for Venezuela: stabilisation, recovery, and transition. US to seize and sell 30-50 million barrels of stranded oil. Read the full strategy.
With Maduro detained, President Trump sets strict terms for Venezuela's interim govt: sever alliances with China & Russia for US-led oil recovery. Details inside.
China issues a sharp rebuke to the US for its military action in Venezuela and capture of President Maduro, defending sovereignty and opposing intervention. Read the latest developments.
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasises safety of Venezuelans as primary concern, urges all parties to dialogue. Read India's official stance on the crisis.
A classified CIA assessment concluded that regime loyalists, not the opposition, are best placed to lead Venezuela after Maduro's capture. President Trump's decision to back VP Delcy Rodríguez was influenced by this report.
US military action in Venezuela aims to control its vast oil reserves. Experts analyze if this can address America's colossal $38.4 trillion debt burden. Read the full analysis.
President Trump hinted to US oil executives weeks before Maduro's capture. The plan to revitalise Venezuela's oil fields hinges on companies like Chevron. Will they invest?
A classified CIA assessment briefed to Trump concludes senior Maduro loyalists, including VP Delcy Rodriguez, are best positioned to maintain stability in Venezuela if Maduro loses power. Read the full analysis.
UN Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo expresses deep concern over US military action in Venezuela, warning of potential intensification of instability. Read the full analysis.
US President Donald Trump states Venezuela cannot hold elections for 30 days, prioritising stabilisation after Maduro's capture. Details on US plans for oil sector and military readiness.
US President Donald Trump details plans for Venezuela's oil-rich future, stating US firms are 'desperate' to enter. Maduro is in custody. Read the full analysis.
Bank officers' unions announce a nationwide strike on January 27, demanding a five-day work week. The action follows a lack of government response despite a prior agreement. Read more.
US President Donald Trump insists Venezuela must restore economic discipline before rushing to polls. Following a military strike, the US will oversee the government's transition. Read the full details.
President Trump says US oil giants can fix Venezuela's broken industry and make money. But reviving the world's largest reserves needs massive investment. Read the full analysis.
US Senator Marco Rubio clarifies America's stance on Venezuela: no intention to govern but a firm plan to impose an oil quarantine. Get the latest details on the escalating situation.
US Vice President JD Vance defends military action in Venezuela, citing drug trafficking & seized oil assets. Maduro detained. Read the full details and implications.
Bank employee unions call for a nationwide strike on January 27, 2025, demanding pension updates and opposing new policies. Services may be impacted.
Iceland Cricket Association's quirky social media post takes a jab at US motives in Venezuela, humorously highlighting its own 'seriously underwhelming' cricketers. Read the full story.
US President Trump announces the US will run Venezuela for a 'safe transition', with big companies fixing infrastructure. He warns of a second, larger attack if needed. Read the full story.
A top US General confirms Venezuelan forces fired on American troops during the capture of President Maduro. Read the full details of the operation and its global repercussions.
In a dramatic overnight operation, US forces captured Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro. Social media draws parallels to Amazon's Jack Ryan series. Read the full details.
US President Donald Trump declares American control over Venezuela's transition and oil reserves following military strikes. Full details on the dramatic geopolitical shift. Read more.
A US military operation in Venezuela leads to the capture of President Nicolas Maduro. We analyse the narcotics crackdown and the strategic importance of Venezuela's vast oil reserves for global markets.
Did Donald Trump accidentally reference a Gen-Alpha meme? His 'six seven' comment during a serious speech left the CIA director laughing. We decode the viral '67' meme and the unexpected moment.
China demands immediate release of Venezuelan President Maduro after alleged US capture, warning of retaliation. Over $100 billion in Chinese investments in Venezuela now under threat.
Detailed account of the covert CIA intelligence and Delta Force operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Read the inside story of 'Operation Absolute Resolve'.
A detailed look at the high-risk US operation in Venezuela involving months of CIA surveillance and a dramatic raid. Discover the covert mission's planning, execution, and geopolitical fallout.