Reliance Industries is negotiating with US authorities for a permit to purchase Venezuelan crude. This follows progress in US-Venezuela talks to ship 50 million barrels of oil. Read the full report.
US forces seize fifth oil tanker carrying Venezuelan crude in a major Caribbean operation, escalating pressure on Maduro's regime. Russia watches closely. Read the full details.
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.
US authorities intercept an oil tanker near Venezuela, seizing 1,500 barrels of illicit fuel. The operation underscores a continued crackdown on transnational criminal networks in the Caribbean. Read the full details.
US authorities seize a crude oil tanker in the Caribbean Sea, intensifying sanctions enforcement against Venezuela-linked maritime trade. Get the full details on this escalating action.
The United States has seized the oil tanker Olina in the Caribbean, marking the fifth such action in recent weeks as Washington intensifies its crackdown on Venezuelan oil shipments. Read the full details.
The US Coast Guard seized the tanker Olina in international waters, intensifying its campaign against 'ghost fleet' vessels moving embargoed crude. Russia condemns the move as a violation of maritime law. Read the full details.
The U.S. has released the Russian crew of the seized oil tanker Marinera, easing tensions with Moscow. Details on the North Atlantic operation and its impact on U.S.-Russia relations.
The US has released two Russian crew members from a seized oil tanker, easing diplomatic tensions. Russia welcomed the move after calling the initial seizure illegal and provocative. Read the full details.
The US proposes a controlled system for India to buy Venezuelan oil, aiming to diversify supplies while maintaining pressure to reduce Russian crude imports. A test for India's strategic autonomy.
Reliance Industries may resume buying Venezuelan crude if sales to non-US firms are permitted. This move could offer India a discounted, politically acceptable oil source amid pressure to cut Russian imports. Read more.
Russia accuses the US of violating maritime law by seizing the Russian-flagged tanker Marinera. Moscow warns of escalating tensions and demands immediate release. Full details inside.
As US-Venezuela tensions ease, ONGC, Reliance, and Indian Oil Corp could see major gains. Discover how these stocks stand to benefit from potential sanction relief and oil industry restructuring.
Russia accuses the US of illegally seizing the oil tanker Marinera in international waters, warning it risks major Euro-Atlantic tensions. Read the full details of the diplomatic clash.
Three Indian nationals were among the crew of the Russian oil tanker 'Marinera' seized by the US. The vessel was targeted for violating price cap sanctions on Russian oil. Details inside.
Three Indian nationals were part of the crew on a Russian-flagged oil tanker seized by US forces. Moscow condemns the move as a violation of international maritime law. Read the full details.
Three Indian nationals were among the crew of the Russian tanker Marinera, seized by the US Coast Guard in the North Atlantic. Russia claims it had repeatedly informed the US about the vessel. Read the full details.
A Russian oil tanker, the NS Century, sanctioned by the US, was tracked sailing in the English Channel. This comes just a day after the US seized another tanker for violating the G7 price cap. Read the full report.
US military intercepts Russian-flagged oil tanker in North Atlantic with 28 crew, including 3 Indians. Vessel accused of violating sanctions. Russia demands humane treatment of its nationals.
Reliance Industries is reportedly considering resuming Venezuelan crude oil purchases. This follows a halt in March 2026 after US tariffs. Explore the potential impact on India's energy sector.
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The vessel Bella 1, also known as Marinera, attempted to evade US sanctions targeting oil shipments linked to Venezuela, Iran, and Russia. Get the full story on this international incident.
The Trump administration is crafting a sweeping plan to dominate Venezuela's oil industry for years, aiming to lower global prices to $50 a barrel and counter Russian and Chinese influence. Read the full details.
Despite being the world's largest oil producer, US refineries rely on heavy crude from Venezuela, Canada & Mexico. Learn why the shale boom hasn't solved this dependency.
In a dramatic high-seas operation, US forces seized two oil tankers, including the Russian-flagged Bella 1, intensifying pressure on Venezuela's post-Maduro regime. Details inside.
US forces seize sanctioned oil tanker M/T Sophia in international waters, escalating crackdown on Venezuela's illicit oil networks. Details on the operation and global reactions inside.
The US has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela in the North Atlantic for sanctions violations. The move escalates Trump's global crackdown days after Maduro's capture. Full details inside.
Following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, the US announces a historic energy initiative to stabilise Caracas's oil sector and allow its crude into global markets under US oversight. Read the full details.
The US confiscates a Russian-flagged oil tanker, MV Marinera, bound for Venezuela. Russia condemns the act as 'piracy,' escalating diplomatic tensions. Full details inside.
The US announces a selective rollback of sanctions on Venezuela, granting a license for crude oil sales. This major policy shift aims to boost global supply and follows a deal between Maduro's government and the opposition. Read the full details.