The U.S. has filed civil forfeiture warrants to seize dozens more oil tankers linked to Venezuela’s shadow fleet, escalating efforts to control the country’s exports after Maduro’s recent capture. This marks a shift from prior actions, targeting entire vessels rather than just cargoes, amid a temporary pause in operations but with vows to continue against unauthorized ships. International backlash is mounting from Russia and China, while shipments resume under U.S. supervision—potentially reshaping global energy dynamics.
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Trump is focused on controlling the oil money. It’s a smart move. Much smarter than letting hostile actors control it.
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The U.S. has filed civil forfeiture warrants to seize dozens more oil tankers linked to Venezuela’s shadow fleet, escalating efforts to control the country’s exports after Maduro’s recent capture. This marks a shift from prior actions, targeting entire vessels rather than just cargoes, amid a temporary pause in operations but with vows to continue against unauthorized ships. International backlash is mounting from Russia and China, while shipments resume under U.S. supervision—potentially reshaping global energy dynamics.
Trump is focused on controlling the oil money. It’s a smart move. Much smarter than letting hostile actors control it.