U.S. to Seize and Sell Venezuelan Oil, Says Trump

President Donald Trump says the United States will take possession of Venezuelan oil intercepted at sea. The U.S. will either use the confiscated fuel or sell it, according to Trump. He also stated that American authorities intend to keep the tankers carrying the oil. The remarks refer to a recent U.S. operation. Several tankers were diverted away from Venezuela, which is under heavy American sanctions. The policy aims to cut financial support for the government of Nicolás Maduro. Washington recognizes opposition leader Juan Guaidó as Venezuela's legitimate president. The move represents a significant escalation in U.S. pressure on the Maduro regime. It directly targets Venezuela's main source of income: oil exports.