US Seizes 6th Oil Tanker Near Venezuela, Defying Trump Order
US military forces captured the Motor Tanker Veronica in the Caribbean, marking the sixth sanctioned oil tanker seized as part of efforts to control Venezuela's shadow oil trade.
US military forces captured the Motor Tanker Veronica in the Caribbean, marking the sixth sanctioned oil tanker seized as part of efforts to control Venezuela's shadow oil trade.
US forces intercepted the motor tanker Veronica in a pre-dawn Caribbean operation, marking the fourth vessel seized since President Maduro's removal as Washington tightens control over Venezuela's oil exports.
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US forces intercepted the tanker Olina in a pre-dawn raid, marking the fifth such seizure in a bid to control Venezuela's oil distribution. The operation signals a major escalation in US policy.
US military intercepts another 'ghost fleet' tanker near Venezuela. The operation coincides with Trump's White House meeting with oil giants and new diplomatic talks. Details inside.
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US Southern Command confirms the seizure of the stateless vessel M/T Sophia in a pre-dawn operation. The tanker, accused of illicit activities, is now being escorted to US jurisdiction. Read the full details.
US lifts emergency airspace restrictions over Caribbean after Venezuela operation, causing massive flight cancellations. Thousands stranded as airlines scramble to recover. Details inside.
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Venezuela accuses the US of military strikes after explosions hit cities. Details on Trump's drug cartel campaign, Maduro's response, and rising tensions. Read the full story.
Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro offers dialogue with the US on drug trafficking, oil, and migration, following recent American strikes on alleged drug boats. Details inside.
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Venezuela's President Maduro says defence forces shot down aircraft linked to drug trafficking. The announcement comes as US military activity increases in the region, sparking tensions. Read the full story.
The CIA executed a secret drone strike on a Venezuelan port, marking the first US attack inside the country. President Trump acknowledged the operation targeting drug trafficking. Read more.
President Trump reveals a US strike on a Venezuelan drug dock, marking a major escalation. Details on the covert operation, regional fallout, and the silence from Caracas. Read more.
President Trump claims a US strike hit a Venezuelan drug-loading dock, causing a 'major explosion'. No official confirmation yet. Read the latest on this escalating situation.
Donald Trump says US targeted a Venezuelan dock area used for drug loading, marking a potential escalation. Details remain unclear as agencies stay silent. Read the full story.
The US is expanding its military presence in the Caribbean with special forces and aircraft as tensions with Venezuela over oil escalate. Details inside.
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Venezuelans stage pirate protests as US seizes oil tankers. Maduro's govt warns Trinidad & Tobago, escalating Caribbean tensions. Read the full story.
Russia and Venezuela jointly warn the US against military deployments in the Caribbean, citing threats to regional stability. The move follows US military exercises near Guyana.
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Venezuela demands UN Security Council condemn the US seizure of an oil tanker, calling it state-sponsored piracy. Read the full diplomatic clash details.
US President Donald Trump announces a naval blockade targeting Venezuela's oil tankers, intensifying military pressure on Nicolas Maduro. Read the full details and implications here.
US Defense Secretary says no plans to release unedited video of strikes on suspected drug boats near Venezuela. Lawmakers demand answers after briefing reveals second strike on survivors.
US lawmakers demand transparency after a Coast Guard operation in the Caribbean leaves 3 dead. Classified video footage is at the centre of the controversy. Read the full story.
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