Summary
The U.S., under President Trump, seized a large Venezuelan oil tanker on its way to Cuba. This move is part of increased measures against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's government, targeting their oil exports. The action is part of a broader strategy to pressure Venezuela and its ally, Cuba.
Key Facts
- The U.S. has seized an oil tanker carrying crude oil from Venezuela to Cuba.
- The tanker is described as one of the largest ever seized, with a capacity of carrying 320,000 deadweight tons of crude oil.
- The seizure is part of a campaign led by President Trump against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
- Previously, the U.S. had sanctioned but not physically seized Venezuelan oil shipments of this size.
- Cuba, a close ally of Venezuela, sells Venezuelan crude oil on the black market.
- The grandson of Raul Castro is reportedly involved in handling the Venezuelan oil for Cuba.
- The U.S. aims to weaken Maduro's financial resources and diminish Cuban support for him.
- The decision reflects an aggressive approach taken by President Trump in his second term against Maduro's regime.
