CIA Director John Ratcliffe met Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez in Caracas. Talks focused on economic collaboration and ending safe haven for narcotraffickers. Full details inside.
US President Donald Trump accepted a symbolic Nobel Peace Prize medal from Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado. The White House meeting highlighted Trump's priority on Venezuela's oil over democratic reform. Read the full story.
The United States has sold $500 million worth of Venezuelan oil, marking a major step in accessing reserves. President Trump promises $100 billion for energy sector rebuild, despite industry doubts. Read full details.
The United States warns its citizens to depart Venezuela due to severe security threats, including armed militias setting up roadblocks. Level 4 advisory in effect.
US President Donald Trump says Venezuela is releasing political prisoners, leading him to cancel planned military actions. Get the full details on the developing US-Venezuela relations.
US President Trump urges oil executives to invest in Venezuela's vast reserves post-Maduro capture, promising security. CEOs remain wary, citing past seizures and calling the nation 'uninvestable'.
The US Senate has passed a resolution to block President Trump from further military action in Venezuela without Congressional approval. Read the full details and implications.
Three Chevron-chartered tankers are transporting Venezuelan crude to the US, as sanctions cause a major storage buildup. Get the latest on the oil shipments and the looming capacity crisis.
The Trump administration outlines conditions for Venezuela's oil restart, including severing ties with US adversaries and partnering with American firms. Read the full details.
Global oil prices drop after Trump's Venezuela deal, falling below Nigeria's $64.85 per barrel budget benchmark. This threatens the implementation of the N58.18 trillion 2026 budget. Read the full analysis.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright declares indefinite US control over Venezuelan oil sales, aiming to revive production with billions in investment. Details on the plan and its implications.
US authorities seized the Marinera oil tanker in the North Atlantic for violating sanctions linked to Venezuela and Iran. A second vessel was captured in the Caribbean. Full details on the international enforcement action.
US forces seized the Russian-flagged Marinera oil tanker in the North Atlantic for violating sanctions linked to Venezuela and Iran. A second vessel was captured in the Caribbean. Read the full details.
The United States military seized a Russian-flagged tanker near Iceland following a dramatic two-week pursuit. This bold move escalates tensions amid the U.S. blockade of Venezuelan oil and the capture of President Maduro. Read the full details.
U.S. forces intercept a Russian-flagged oil tanker after a trans-Atlantic pursuit for violating sanctions on Venezuelan oil. Full details on the dramatic seizure operation inside.
Grammy winner T-Pain gifts his mother a private jet after selling his music catalogue. See the emotional video and fan reactions to his financial comeback.
Pastor Hank Kunneman defends Trump's plan to control Venezuela's oil, claiming divine approval. Read the global reactions and the controversial spiritual justification.
Russian naval ships escort a sanctioned Venezuelan oil tanker as US and UK forces prepare to intercept it in the Atlantic. Tensions escalate in a high-stakes maritime standoff. Read the full details.
Grammy-winning US singer T-Pain surprises his family with a brand new private jet. The purchase follows a lucrative music catalog sale he said would take 100 years of regular earnings. Watch the video!
President Donald Trump announces a major oil transfer deal with Venezuela's interim government. Get the full details on the agreement and its global implications.
Former President Trump claims Venezuela's interim government will transfer sanctioned oil to the US, with proceeds controlled by Washington. Details on the plan and regional implications.
US special forces have arrived at a UK airbase, preparing to seize a sanctioned oil tanker evading Venezuela blockade and racing towards Russia. Get the latest details on this high-stakes maritime operation.
Global oil prices fall to $61 per barrel due to Venezuela's instability. Analysts warn of further drops below $60 if US tensions persist. OPEC+ pauses production hikes.
US President Donald Trump outlines a timeline for American oil companies to expand operations in Venezuela within 18 months, following the capture of Nicolas Maduro. Details inside.
Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores plead not guilty in a Manhattan court after a dramatic capture. The case ignites a major US-Venezuela political clash. Read the full details.
Delcy Rodriguez was formally sworn in as Venezuela's interim president after US forces captured Nicolas Maduro. Her brother was also re-elected as parliament speaker. Read the full story.
Experts warn that US efforts to revive Venezuela's oil industry could destabilise Nigeria's 2026 budget, which relies heavily on uncertain oil earnings. Discover the potential impact and calls for diversification.
Delcy Rodriguez assumes Venezuela's presidency after US forces captured Nicolas Maduro. Parliament backs her, while protests erupt in Caracas. Read the latest on the political crisis.
A European coalition condemns the US military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, calling it a violation of international law and a threat to global peace. Read the full analysis.
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro faces a US court hearing after a military operation. The crisis reshapes geopolitics and global oil markets. Read the full analysis.