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Trump Blocks Venezuela Oil, Assembles Massive Naval Force

Trump Blocks Venezuela Oil, Assembles Massive Naval Force

Update: 2025-12-17
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Former President Trump escalates tensions with Venezuela, designating its government as a foreign terrorist organization and imposing a complete oil blockade. He accuses Maduro of funding illicit activities and demands the return of stolen assets. The US military strengthens its presence in the Caribbean, deploying over fifteen thousand troops and eleven warships. Meanwhile, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny over approving strikes on Venezuelan drug ships, with lawmakers demanding unedited video of these strikes.

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Trump Blocks Venezuela Oil, Assembles Massive Naval Force

Trump Blocks Venezuela Oil, Assembles Massive Naval Force