Summary
The United States military seized a seventh oil tanker linked to Venezuela as part of its efforts to control the country's oil resources. The action is part of U.S. sanctions against Venezuela and aims to regulate the sale of Venezuelan oil. President Trump stated that the U.S. will manage the sale of this oil and its proceeds.
Key Facts
- The U.S. military took control of a vessel called the Motor Vessel Sagitta, which is linked to Venezuela.
- This seizure is part of ongoing U.S. sanctions against Venezuela.
- The U.S. Southern Command said the operation happened without any incidents.
- The U.S. began seizing Venezuelan-linked tankers on December 10.
- Tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela increased after a U.S. operation targeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
- President Trump claims the U.S. will control Venezuelan oil sales and profits.
- Legal experts debate the legality of using military force to enforce these sanctions.
- Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez stated her country earned $300 million from recent oil sales.
