The US reinstates sanctions on Venezuela's crucial oil and gas sector, targeting state-owned PDVSA. This move pressures Maduro's government to uphold its electoral commitments. Read the full analysis of the impact.
Russia claims 91 Ukrainian drones targeted Putin's Novgorod residence. Kyiv denies the attack. Explore the map and escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
Iran responds to Trump's military challenge with a severe warning. Meanwhile, global tensions rise with US strikes in Venezuela and a major Somali fraud scandal in Minnesota. Read the full analysis.
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.
A major facility in Venezuela was hit in a drone strike reportedly carried out by the CIA. The attack raises tensions amid US sanctions. Read the full report.
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 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.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro orders full military deployment, vowing to defend territory against the US and Donald Trump. Read the latest on escalating tensions.
Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro accuses US media of creating 'virtual realities' to impose a colonial government. He also revealed what he claims is Trump's original Venezuela gameplan. Full details inside.
Venezuelan authorities release 99 people detained during protests against President Maduro's election win. The move follows international pressure and legal reviews.
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.
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.
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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.
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.