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Trump Orders Complete Blockade of Venezuelan Oil Tankers Amid Military Buildup and Terror Designation
Dec 17, 2025 09:40 am CST
President Trump has ordered a complete blockade of sanctioned oil tankers to and from Venezuela, escalating pressure on the Maduro regime amid an unprecedented US military buildup in the region. The move follows the seizure of an oil tanker by US forces and accompanies Trump's claim of designating Venezuela's government as a "foreign terrorist organization." This dramatic action aims to further restrict Venezuela's oil-dependent economy while demanding the return of purported US assets.
Chile's President-Elect Kast Pledges Support for Ending Venezuela's "Dictatorship" Under Maduro
Dec 17, 2025 04:17 am CST
Chile's newly elected President Jose Antonio Kast has declared his support for any initiative to end Nicolas Maduro's "dictatorship" in Venezuela during his first international visit to Argentina. Representing Latin America's rightward political shift, Kast aims to address Venezuela's impact on regional migration while strengthening ties with like-minded governments across South America.
Trinidad Approves US Military Airport Access Amid Rising Venezuela Tensions: Strategic Implications for Caribbean Security
Dec 16, 2025 09:43 am CST
Trinidad and Tobago has authorized US military aircraft to use its airports, intensifying regional tensions with neighboring Venezuela. This strategic decision, occurring just 12km from Venezuelan shores, aligns with Washington's pressure campaign against Nicolas Maduro's government and includes radar installations, joint military exercises, and naval deployments. Venezuela has responded by accusing Trinidad of participating in "theft" of oil and suspending bilateral natural gas exploration projects.
Operation Golden Dynamite: Inside Maria Corina Machado's Daring Escape from Venezuela to Accept Nobel Peace Prize
Dec 13, 2025 03:30 pm CST
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado embarked on a perilous journey through rough seas and complete darkness to escape government surveillance and accept her Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo. This exclusive account details how US special forces veteran Bryan Stern and the Grey Bull Rescue Foundation executed "Operation Golden Dynamite," a high-stakes mission to extract Machado from Venezuela while evading President Maduro's security forces.
US Military Escalates Presence Near Venezuelan Coast with Fighter Jets, Bombers, and Drones Amid Rising Tensions
Dec 13, 2025 04:08 am CST
The United States has intensified its military presence along Venezuela's coast, deploying fighter jets, bombers, and surveillance drones as part of alleged counter-narcotics operations. This military buildup comes amid escalating tensions between the nations, with the US targeting supposed drug-smuggling vessels and offering a $50 million reward for information leading to President Nicolas Maduro's capture, whom Washington has accused of leading a narco-terrorist organization.
US Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker Amid Escalating International Tensions and Conflict Fears
Dec 12, 2025 04:42 am CST
The US has seized an oil tanker off Venezuela's coast in a dramatic helicopter raid, escalating tensions between the nations. The White House confirmed the vessel will be brought to a US port as the Trump administration intensifies pressure on Nicolas Maduro's government through naval operations and sanctions. Venezuelan authorities condemned the action as "international piracy" while concerns grow about potential military conflict.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Resurfaces in Oslo After Nobel Peace Prize Win
Dec 11, 2025 02:09 pm CST
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado made her first public appearance in 11 months at the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo, defying threats from the Maduro regime. After accepting her award for championing democracy, she faces significant risks upon her planned return to Venezuela, where she continues to challenge what many international observers consider a stolen election.
Trump's Controversial Military Strikes Against Venezuela: Blurring Lines Between Drug War and Counterterrorism
Oct 17, 2025 05:13 pm CST
President Trump's administration has adopted counterterrorism legal frameworks to justify military strikes against Venezuelan vessels, resulting in at least 27 casualties. This controversial approach raises significant questions about international law, congressional oversight, and the expansion of presidential war powers. While the White House claims these operations target drug trafficking networks linked to Maduro's regime, critics argue these actions stretch constitutional boundaries and lack proper evidence, potentially damaging US-Latin American relations.