Summary
President Trump called the seizure of an oil tanker near Venezuela "the largest ever" by the U.S., claiming it was part of ongoing actions against Venezuela's government. Venezuela labeled this move as "international piracy" and accused the U.S. of trying to take over its natural resources.
Key Facts
- The United States seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.
- President Trump spoke about the seizure, calling it the largest by the U.S.
- The tanker was reportedly heading to Cuba when seized.
- Venezuela described the action as "international piracy."
- Venezuela accused the U.S. of trying to control its natural resources.
- The event is part of the broader U.S. actions against Venezuela's current government led by President Nicolás Maduro.
