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US issues fresh sanctions targeting Maduro's family, Venezuela-linked oil tankers

US issues fresh sanctions targeting Maduro's family, Venezuela-linked oil tankers

By Daphne Psaledakis and Marianna Parraga WASHINGTON, Dec 11 (Reuters) - The United States on Thursday issued new sanctions targeting Venezuela, imposing curbs on three nephews of President Nicolas Maduro's wife, as well as six crude oil tankers and shipping companies linked to them, as Washington
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Over 30 sanctioned ships in Venezuela at risk after US tanker seizure

Over 30 sanctioned ships in Venezuela at risk after US tanker seizure

By Marianna Parraga and Jonathan Saul HOUSTON/LONDON, Dec 10 (Reuters) - More than 30 U.S.-sanctioned oil vessels doing business in Venezuela could face punishment by Washington after the Coast Guard seized a supertanker carrying Venezuelan crude for export, according to shipping data.
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US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says

US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says

By Idrees Ali, Phil Stewart and Steve Holland WASHINGTON, Dec 10 (Reuters) - The U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, a move that raised oil prices and is likely to further inflame tensions between Washington and Caracas.
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Exclusive-US preparing to seize more tankers off Venezuela's coast after first ship taken, sources say

Exclusive-US preparing to seize more tankers off Venezuela's coast after first ship taken, sources say

By Jonathan Saul, Marianna Parraga and Matt Spetalnick HOUSTON/LONDON/WASHINGTON, Dec 11 (Reuters) - The U.S. is preparing to intercept more ships transporting Venezuelan oil following the seizure of a tanker this week, as it increases pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, six sources
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Broad slice of Americans oppose Venezuela boat strikes, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Broad slice of Americans oppose Venezuela boat strikes, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Dec 10 (Reuters) - A broad swath of Americans oppose the U.S. military's campaign of deadly strikes on boats suspected of carrying illegal drugs in Caribbean and Pacific waters near Venezuela, including about one fifth of President Donald Trump's Republicans, a
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Belarus' Lukashenko meets Venezuela envoy again as Trump seeks Maduro's removal

Belarus' Lukashenko meets Venezuela envoy again as Trump seeks Maduro's removal

By Mark Trevelyan Dec 11 (Reuters) - Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko on Thursday held a second meeting in 17 days with the Venezuelan ambassador to Russia, at a time of mounting pressure by U.S. President Donald Trump for the removal of Venezuela's president, Nicolas Maduro.
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Exclusive-US threatens new ICC sanctions unless court pledges not to prosecute Trump

Exclusive-US threatens new ICC sanctions unless court pledges not to prosecute Trump

By Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON, Dec 10 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's administration wants the International Criminal Court to amend its founding document to ensure it does not investigate the Republican president and his top officials, a Trump administration official said, threatening new U.S.
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US sanctions Venezuelan President Maduro's 3 nephews as pressure campaign ratchets up

US sanctions Venezuelan President Maduro's 3 nephews as pressure campaign ratchets up

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three nephews of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
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U.S. Seizes Oil Tanker Linked to Sanctioned Venezuelan Oil Trade

U.S. Seizes Oil Tanker Linked to Sanctioned Venezuelan Oil Trade

The United States has seized an oil tanker, known as The Skipper, which was involved in transporting Venezuelan oil. This action is part of a broader U.S. strategy to intercept ships carrying oil from Venezuela, a country under U.S. sanctions since 2019. The seizure marks the first interdiction of a Venezuelan oil cargo or tanker. The U.S. is increasing pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by targeting vessels that transport oil from countries under U.S. sanctions, such as Iran. The U.S. Justice Department and Homeland Security have been planning these seizures for months, aiming to prevent the proceeds from black market oil sales from funding narcoterrorism.
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Bolivia Restores Diplomatic Relations with Israel After Two-Year Break

Bolivia Restores Diplomatic Relations with Israel After Two-Year Break

Bolivia has restored diplomatic relations with Israel, marking a significant shift in its foreign policy under the new right-wing government led by President Rodrigo Paz. The decision comes after Bolivia's previous left-wing government severed ties with Israel two years ago due to its military actions in Gaza. Bolivian Foreign Minister Fernando Aramayo and Israeli counterpart Gideon Saar met in Washington to sign a declaration to revive bilateral ties. This move is part of Bolivia's broader strategy to improve relations with Western countries, including the United States, after years of alignment with China, Russia, and Venezuela. The restoration of ties includes reinstating ambassadors and easing visa restrictions for American and Israeli travelers.
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U.S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker, Escalating Caribbean Tensions

U.S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker, Escalating Caribbean Tensions

The United States has seized a Venezuelan oil tanker shortly after it departed from a port, intensifying tensions in the Caribbean region. This action is part of ongoing U.S. sanctions against Venezuela, which have been a point of contention between the two nations. Venezuela has condemned the seizure, labeling it a serious international crime and has vowed to defend its sovereignty. The incident underscores the fraught relations between the U.S. and Venezuela, which have been strained over issues such as human rights and economic sanctions.
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US lawmakers may withold Hegseth travel funds to force boat video release

US lawmakers may withold Hegseth travel funds to force boat video release

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Dec 8 (Reuters) - U.S. lawmakers may withhold a quarter of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's travel budget if he does not provide unedited videos of military strikes on boats in the southern Caribbean and eastern Pacific, the latest effort to obtain more information