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.
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.
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.
US forces seized two vessels, one linked to Venezuela and another Russian-flagged, in separate maritime operations. Details on the strategic implications for US foreign policy.
The White House plans indefinite control of Venezuela's oil sales, with Trump overseeing billions in revenue. US sanctions may ease as tensions with Russia and China flare.
American forces have intercepted two sanctioned oil tankers in international waters, sparking accusations of piracy from Russia. Read the full details on the escalating sanctions enforcement.
The US has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic with UK backing. This follows recent US actions in Venezuela and threats against Greenland. Read the full analysis.
Analysis: The US military action in Venezuela signals a new phase in the struggle for South America's vast mineral wealth and oil reserves, with profound implications for the global energy transition and regional stability.
US forces have intercepted two sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela in dramatic back-to-back operations. The seizures, involving UK support, escalate tensions with Russia. Read the full story.
The US has seized a sanctioned Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic, with RAF surveillance aiding the operation. Get the latest on this major international incident.
The Trump administration has reportedly warned Venezuela's powerful interior minister, Diosdado Cabello, to support acting president Delcy Rodríguez or risk a fate similar to Nicolás Maduro. Explore the internal power struggle and US demands for oil acces
The US has taken custody of the sanctioned oil tanker Marinera in the North Atlantic. The vessel, linked to Venezuela and Hezbollah, was intercepted near Russian naval ships. Read the latest developments.
US military forces are reportedly attempting to seize the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera in the Atlantic Ocean. The vessel is part of the so-called 'Ghost Armada' linked to Russia and Venezuela. Get the latest updates here.
The White House labels acquiring Greenland a 'national security priority', with military force an option. Trump also demands Venezuela open oil reserves to US companies. Explore the global ramifications.
Global oil prices dropped after Donald Trump said Venezuela would hand over up to 50 million barrels of sanctioned crude to the US, threatening an oversupplied market. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump announces a major deal for Venezuelan crude, diverting it from China, while reaffirming US interest in acquiring Greenland. Explore the geopolitical implications.
FTSE 100 oil giants Shell and BP saw shares fall sharply as Trump's pressure on Venezuela rattled markets. Brent crude dropped below $60, ending the New Year rally. Full analysis inside.