China Bashes US Over Venezuela Oil Tanker Blockade
China accuses the US of abusing sanctions after Washington seized Venezuela-linked oil tankers. Analysts see a proxy energy battle with global implications. Read the full details.
China accuses the US of abusing sanctions after Washington seized Venezuela-linked oil tankers. Analysts see a proxy energy battle with global implications. Read the full details.
Venezuela's defence minister issues a stark warning to the US over tanker seizures and naval deployments. Read how this Caribbean standoff could redefine world power dynamics.
The White House orders US forces to enforce a Venezuelan oil 'quarantine' for two months, prioritising economic pressure over immediate military strikes against Maduro. Details inside.
The US is expanding its military presence in the Caribbean with special forces and aircraft as tensions with Venezuela over oil escalate. Details inside.
A tense UN session saw Russia and China accuse the US of aggression and violating international law over its Venezuela policy. Read the full diplomatic clash details.
Venezuela's UN envoy accused the US of being 'American Extortionists' in a tense Security Council briefing. The clash centers on US actions in the Caribbean. Full details inside.
Uncertainty prevails in Ernakulam's municipalities as no front secures a clear majority. Independent councillors' support becomes crucial in Angamaly, Thripunithura, and Eloor for forming the ruling coalition and selecting chairpersons.
Venezuelans stage pirate protests as US seizes oil tankers. Maduro's govt warns Trinidad & Tobago, escalating Caribbean tensions. Read the full story.
A US Navy pursuit of the Venezuelan oil tanker BELLA-1 ends in failure, raising questions about sanctions enforcement. Read the full story on the escalating maritime showdown.
Donald Trump comments on seized Venezuelan oil, stating he will 'keep or sell it'. President Maduro remains defiant, urging leaders to focus on internal affairs. Full details inside.
Donald Trump suggests it would be 'smart' for Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro to step down, advocating for free elections. Get the latest on US-Venezuela relations.
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.
Donald Trump intensifies pressure on Venezuela's Maduro, accusing him of sending criminals to the US. Putin and Xi pledge support, escalating the global oil war. Read the full analysis.
US airspace restrictions leave Venezuela reliant on 20 aging planes, stranding citizens globally. Weekly passengers plummet from 15,000 to 2,000. Read the full impact.
As the US tightens its Venezuela oil blockade, Russia pledges full support to Maduro. Meanwhile, Marjorie Taylor Greene criticises Trump's foreign policy, exposing GOP divisions. Read the full analysis.
US President Trump enforces a total blockade of Venezuela with 11 Navy ships, seizing oil tankers. Analysis draws parallels to the Iraq war playbook. Read the full story.
Iran extends diplomatic support to Venezuela after US blocks its vessel. FM Araghchi condemns Washington's 'illegal piracy' as tensions escalate. Details inside.
Family members of ministers, MLAs, and MPs secured big wins in Maharashtra's municipal council elections. Experts say this marks a shift in state politics. Read the full analysis.
US forces pursue a third 'shadow fleet' oil tanker off Venezuela, escalating sanctions enforcement. Details on the chase, seizures, and rising US-Venezuela tensions. Read more.
Venezuela's Defence Minister announces major military restructuring and calls for civilian combat units amid rising tensions with the US. Maduro alerts UN.
Venezuela condemns the US seizure of an oil tanker as 'international piracy,' escalating tensions over sanctions and global energy markets. Read the full details.
Shiv Sena clinches president posts in Palghar and Dahanu councils, while BJP wins in Jawhar and Wada. Get the full results and analysis of the Maharashtra local body elections.
Venezuela erupts in fury as the US military seizes a second oil tanker. Maduro accuses Washington of 'international piracy' and looting Venezuelan oil. The crisis escalates towards a UN showdown.
NCP and BJP secure key victories in the 2025 Maharashtra municipal council elections for Akola and Washim districts. Full results and analysis here.
Maharashtra Municipal Council election results 2025 declared for Nanded and Latur. Get the full list of winning candidates and party-wise performance analysis here.
Ambernath Municipal Council elections saw a 54.5% voter turnout. Polling was peaceful despite allegations of bogus voting and EVM glitches. Results expected Sunday.
The US Treasury Department intensifies pressure on Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro, sanctioning 3 family members & associates for corruption. Read the full details and implications here.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio gave a dismissive response to Russia's warning over US military buildup near Venezuela. Read about the escalating tensions.
US President Donald Trump escalates pressure on Venezuela, refusing to rule out military conflict. He confirms a blockade on oil tankers, targeting Maduro's regime. Read the full details.
The Barbados-flagged tanker Hyperion, sanctioned for shipping Russian oil, has entered Venezuelan waters, directly challenging President Trump's announced naval blockade. Read the latest on this high-stakes geopolitical standoff.