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Trump Confirms Venezuela to Supply 30-50 Million Barrels of Oil
URGENT UPDATE: Former President Donald Trump has just announced that Venezuela will supply between 30 million and 50 million barrels of “high quality” oil to the United States. This significant development comes amid escalating tensions following a U.S. military operation targeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, which reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 24 Venezuelan security officers.
In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump stated that the oil will be transported by storage ships directly to U.S. unloading docks at market price. He emphasized that the funds would be managed under his presidential authority, aimed at benefiting both the people of Venezuela and the U.S.
The announcement follows a violent raid in Caracas, where Venezuelan officials reported multiple casualties, including members of the Cuban military assisting in Venezuela. Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab described the operation as a “war crime,” underscoring the gravity of the situation.
In a related move, the White House is organizing an urgent Oval Office meeting on Friday with top oil executives from Exxon, Chevron, and ConocoPhillips to discuss engagement with Venezuela’s oil sector. Sources close to the discussions revealed that this meeting aims to expedite U.S. interests in Venezuelan energy resources.
Meanwhile, Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez has pushed back against Trump’s statements, asserting her sovereignty and warning of consequences for those who threaten her leadership. In her address to government officials, she declared, “My destiny is not determined by them, but by God,” signaling her defiance against U.S. pressure.
Reports indicate that the U.S. operation also led to injuries among U.S. service members, with seven personnel reported hurt, two critically. The Pentagon confirmed that five have returned to duty, while two are still recovering from gunshot wounds and shrapnel injuries.
The streets of Caracas, which had been eerily quiet, erupted in a show of support for the Maduro regime, with citizens waving flags and celebrating in state-organized events. The military’s Instagram account posted a tribute to the fallen security personnel, vowing to continue fighting against foreign threats to Venezuela’s sovereignty.
As this situation develops, all eyes will be on the upcoming Oval Office meeting and Venezuela’s response to U.S. demands. The international community is closely monitoring these events, as the implications for U.S.-Venezuela relations could reshape the region’s geopolitical landscape.
Stay tuned for more updates as the situation unfolds.
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