Trump presses Venezuela to dismiss agents from China, Russia, Iran and Cuba
Summary
The Trump administration is urging Venezuela's interim government to remove suspected spies from China, Russia, Cuba, and Iran. President Trump warns that if Venezuela does not comply, it could lead to further military action and stricter controls on Venezuela's oil.Key Facts
- U.S. officials are asking Venezuela to expel suspected intelligence agents from China, Russia, Cuba, and Iran.
- This effort does not include regular diplomats.
- President Trump is exerting pressure on Venezuela following a raid capturing its leader, Nicolás Maduro.
- President Trump says Venezuela will transfer 30 to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S.
- This oil will be sold at market prices, and the revenue will be controlled to benefit both Venezuela and the U.S.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio mentioned a potential "oil quarantine" to increase pressure on Venezuela.
- The White House did not comment on the situation as of Tuesday evening.
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