Why US Oil Firms Are Hesitant on Venezuela Investments
As Trump meets oil execs on Venezuela, an expert explains why risks outweigh rewards. High debt, political instability, and uncertain terms deter major new investments despite vast reserves.
As Trump meets oil execs on Venezuela, an expert explains why risks outweigh rewards. High debt, political instability, and uncertain terms deter major new investments despite vast reserves.
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Venezuela's top lawmaker announces a significant prisoner release, including foreigners, as a unilateral peace gesture. Read the latest developments.
US President Donald Trump indicates extended US control over Venezuela, planning to manage its vast oil reserves. Details on the strategy and Caracas's response inside.
US President Trump declares Venezuela will exclusively purchase American products under a new oil agreement. Details on the deal, the capture of Maduro, and US influence on the interim government.
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez accuses the US of using false narratives on drugs & human rights to covet Venezuelan oil. She outlines openness to fair energy partnerships. Read the full story.
US officials detail a bare-bones strategy to manage Venezuela's oil exports after Trump's social media claim of securing tens of millions of barrels. Read the full analysis of this geopolitical move.
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.
Former Indian diplomat Dnyaneshwar Mulay critiques the US military's reported plan to attack Venezuela as a major escalation. Read his expert analysis on global diplomacy.
The Trump administration pressures Venezuela's interim government to expel advisers from China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba, seeking a geopolitical reset and access to oil. Read the full story.
The Trump administration pressures Venezuela's interim leader to partner exclusively with the US on oil, sever ties with China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba. Read the full report.
Amid rising tensions, the Trump administration pressures Maduro loyalists for oil access, warning Diosdado Cabello. Will Venezuela's fragile balance hold? Read the full analysis.
US President Donald Trump announces a major oil deal with Venezuela, claiming proceeds will benefit both nations. This follows a US military operation that killed 24 Venezuelan personnel. Read the latest updates.
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.
Donald Trump says Venezuela will send 30-50 million barrels of oil to the US, worth $2 billion, with him controlling the funds. Read the full story on this major development.
The White House pressures Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodriguez with a list of pro-American demands, using sanctions and military threats as leverage. Will she comply or face consequences?
Explore why former US President Donald Trump refused to endorse Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, citing fears of political chaos and strained diplomatic ties. 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?
Analysis of Trump's 2026 Venezuela operation: a move driven by oil, legacy, and a shift from his first term's constraints. Explore the global implications.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering appointing aide Stephen Miller to oversee Venezuela's future, as he asserts control over its oil and delays elections. Get the latest updates.
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.
Global tensions boil over after Trump's Venezuela operation. EU officials evade questions on democracy, pointing to Trump. Denmark in crisis mode over Greenland.
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova faces backlash after supporting ICC sanctions against US oil companies in Venezuela. Her comments on US 'pillaging' resources fuel a heated debate intersecting sports, politics, and global power.
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.
An analysis of the US operation in Venezuela following Trump's campaign to oust Maduro. Explore the legal questions and international implications. Read more.
Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez invites US cooperation, a sharp shift after initial outrage over President Maduro's capture. Trump warns of consequences. Read the latest.
Former US President Donald Trump warns of potential second military intervention in Venezuela if interim leadership fails to comply with US demands. Read the full story.
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.