Trump Orders Venezuela Oil Tanker Blockade, Sparks War Fears
In a recent announcement, former US President Donald Trump declared a “total and complete blockade” of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and exiting Venezuela. This action follows the US seizure of an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast and is coupled with accusations of the Maduro government’s involvement in terrorism, drug smuggling, and human trafficking, as well as stealing US assets. Trump asserted that Venezuela is “completely surrounded” by a significant military presence. The US has maintained stringent sanctions against Venezuela for years, accusing the Maduro government of illicit activities and previously imposing sanctions on ships carrying Venezuelan oil.
John Q. Hosedrinker