China Says US Oil Tanker Seizure Violates International Law
China warns that the US Coast Guard’s December 20 oil tanker seizure violates international law, labeling unilateral sanctions ‘bullying’ and affirming Venezuela’s right to cooperate.
Venezuela
Maduro Vows to Defend Peace as US Pursues Third Oil Tanker
Venezuelan President Maduro vows to defend national peace as the US pursues its third oil tanker near Venezuelan waters amid accusations of piracy and sanctions evasion.
Venezuela Denounces U.S. Seizure of Oil Tanker
Venezuela condemns the U.S. naval seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker off its coast, calling it piracy and a breach of international maritime law.
Venezuela Brands US Oil Tanker Seizure as ‘Piracy’
Venezuela decries the US seizure of a private oil tanker, calling it an act of piracy that violates international law, marking the second such incident in recent weeks.
Cuba Denounces US ‘Terrorist’ Label on Venezuela
Cuba’s foreign minister blasts the US designation of Venezuela as a ‘foreign terrorist organization’ as politically motivated aggression that threatens regional peace.
US Expands Sanctions on Maduro’s Inner Circle
The US Treasury slapped fresh sanctions on Venezuela’s Maduro network on Dec 19, targeting family ties and extending Citgo license to Feb 3, 2026.
UNSC to Meet on Venezuela After U.S. Oil Blockade Claims
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on December 23 after Venezuela accused the U.S. of an illegal oil blockade, raising tensions over sovereignty and regional stability.
Oil Prices Jump After Trump’s Venezuela Blockade Order
Oil prices rose this week after President Trump ordered a blockade on Venezuelan tankers, adding a geopolitical risk premium and pushing WTI and Brent higher.
Venezuela Condemns US Maritime Blockade as Violation of International Law
Venezuela slammed the US-imposed maritime blockade as a breach of international law, sparking rallies in Caracas and calls for unity against external threats.
Trump Demands Venezuela Return Seized Oil Assets Amid Blockade
President Trump has demanded Venezuela return oil assets seized decades ago and ordered a total blockade of sanctioned tankers, escalating US-Venezuela tensions.