The US military has seized the tanker Veronica in a pre-dawn operation, marking the sixth vessel targeted in Washington's campaign against Venezuela's oil industry. Read the latest on the escalating sanctions.
US forces have boarded and seized the Guyanese-flagged tanker Veronica in a pre-dawn raid, marking the sixth such action under Trump's Venezuela sanctions. Full details on the escalating maritime crackdown.
We examine the complex reasons behind Donald Trump's focus on Venezuela's oil reserves, from economic pressures to personal fantasies. Discover the potential impact.
Venezuelan authorities claim over 400 political prisoners freed, but NGOs verify far fewer. Repression continues despite Maduro's capture, with nearly 1,000 still detained.
Russia is actively developing methods to bypass Western sanctions, aiming to secure the continuation of its crucial oil exports to India. Discover the financial mechanisms and geopolitical implications.
Exclusive analysis reveals US plans to exploit Venezuela's vast, dirty oil reserves could consume 13% of the world's remaining carbon budget for 1.5C, locking in decades of high emissions.
US shale oil producers, already contending with a global supply glut and four-year low prices, face a new challenge from potential Venezuelan output. Read the analysis of the industry's precarious 2026 outlook.
Donald Trump has threatened to bar ExxonMobil from Venezuela after its CEO called the country 'uninvestable'. This follows a $100bn oil investment push after Maduro's removal. Read the latest.
US President Donald Trump has cut off Cuba from Venezuelan oil, demanding a deal. Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel vows to defend the island 'to the last drop of blood'. Full details on the escalating crisis.
Analysis: Donald Trump's military intervention in Venezuela, aimed at seizing oil reserves, reflects an outdated economic strategy that may weaken US global standing and innovation.
President Donald Trump caused an awkward moment by reading a confidential note from Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Venezuela oil meeting. Get the full story on this bizarre White House incident.
ExxonMobil's CEO warns Venezuela requires sweeping reforms before investment is possible, as President Trump's geopolitical moves cause market unease. Read the full analysis.
US forces have intercepted a third oil tanker in the Caribbean in a week, as President Trump meets 'BIG OIL' executives to plan taking 'billions' from Venezuela. Read the latest developments.
US naval forces have intercepted another Venezuela-linked oil tanker, the fifth such seizure. This action intensifies pressure on the Maduro regime's energy exports. Read the full report.
Donald Trump's seizure of Venezuelan crude faces huge hurdles: a $183bn investment need, broken infrastructure, and a volatile oil market. Can the US unlock the 'tremendous wealth'?
The US government has seized a Venezuelan oil tanker, the 'Empire', in a major sanctions enforcement action. Read the full details and global implications here.
US forces seize another tanker near Trinidad in escalating campaign against Venezuela's oil exports. President Trump heralds capture of Nicolas Maduro as 'extremely successful' operation.
Russia claims the US has released two detained Russian nationals from the seized Marinera oil tanker. The vessel was captured by American special forces in a dramatic North Atlantic operation. Read the full story.
Analysis: Trump's military action in Venezuela, widely seen as aiding the oil industry, fails to shift focus from healthcare and cost-of-living crises at home. Polls show weak public support.
Donald Trump claims he has called off planned US attacks on Venezuela following a prisoner release gesture and a major oil infrastructure deal. Read the latest developments.
Experts warn it could take up to seven years and over £80bn to revive Venezuela's oil industry, casting doubt on Trump's 18-month promise. Analysis reveals a sector crippled by decay.
Venezuela pledges to release a significant number of Venezuelan and foreign detainees. Human rights groups urge verification as Spain confirms five nationals freed. Read the latest.
The US, with UK support, seized the Marinera oil tanker in the Atlantic. Now, two more sanctioned vessels, the Aria and Tia, are sailing towards Russia via the English Channel. Read the latest on the crackdown on Russia's 'shadow fleet'.
Analysis reveals a surge in tankers joining Russia's registry to evade sanctions, as US seizures escalate. Discover the scale of the illicit oil trade funding conflict.
Donald Trump targets Venezuela's dense, heavy oil, but analysts warn it could take 14 years and billions to fix the industry. The Guardian's Jillian Ambrose explains the high-stakes play.
Tensions rise in the US after a fatal shooting by an immigration officer. UK forces assist in seizing a tanker linked to Russia, Iran & Venezuela. New weight loss injection research reveals a surprising risk. Get the full story.
The Trump administration moves to control Venezuela's vast oil resources, seizing tankers and managing sales. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez defends potential deal. Explore the geopolitical implications.
A journalist in Caracas describes the night of explosions as US forces moved against Maduro. Guardian correspondent Tom Phillips analyses the fragile new leadership and the nation's ongoing deprivation. Support independent journalism.
US forces seized a Russian-flagged tanker in the Atlantic and intercepted another in the Caribbean, escalating tensions over Venezuela sanctions. Read the latest on this dramatic military operation.
The US has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker between the UK and Iceland, backed by the UK government. This follows recent US actions against Venezuela and threats to Greenland. Listen to the Full Story podcast for expert analysis.